English–French

“sponge” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/epɔ̃ʒ/

Example

J'utilise une éponge pour laver la vaisselle.

I use a sponge to wash the dishes.

Illustration for éponge (sponge)

How to say “sponge” in French

“Sponge” in French is éponge.

A soft, hole-filled material that absorbs water and soap while its surface scrubs away grime.

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

Example sentences with éponge

J'achète une éponge jetable pour le pique-nique.

I buy a disposable sponge for the picnic.

Tips for using éponge

  • The final e in éponge is silent, while the final ge has the sound of the s in measure rather than a hard g.

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