English–French
“reading” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/lɛktyʁ/
Example
J'aime la lecture avant de dormir.
I like reading before going to bed.
How to say “reading” in French
“Reading” in French is lecture.
A quiet mind follows written words across a page, taking in their meaning for pleasure or information.
Example sentences with lecture
Elle fait la lecture d'un conte aux enfants.
She reads a story aloud to the children.
Tips for using lecture
- Unlike English lecture, French lecture means reading, while a lecture or class is usually a cours or a conference.