English–French

“ship” in French

French

Alsovaisseau · acheminer

Pronunciation

IPA/naviʁ/

Example

Le navire transporte des marchandises.

The ship transports goods.

Illustration for navire (ship)

How to say “ship” in French

“Ship” in French is navire.

A large ocean vessel moves across open water while its hull protects passengers or freight.

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

Example sentences with navire

Ce navire partira demain matin.

This ship will leave tomorrow morning.

Tips for using navire

  • Bateau is more common in everyday speech, while navire often suits maritime, journalistic, or official contexts.

Other French words for “ship”

Le vaisseau entre dans le port.

The ship enters the port.

Le magasin achemine la commande aujourd'hui.

The store is shipping the order today.

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