English–French

“purchase” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/aʃa/

Example

L'achat du téléphone a été annulé.

The phone purchase was canceled.

Illustration for achat (purchase)

How to say “purchase” in French

“Purchase” in French is achat.

A completed exchange marked by a receipt, linking the moment of buying with the item or service now acquired.

Full entry for achat: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with achat

J'ai fait un achat en ligne hier.

I made an online purchase yesterday.

Tips for using achat

  • In everyday speech, acheter is usually more natural than faire un achat, which has a more formal or administrative tone.

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