English–French

“steering wheel” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/volɑ̃/

Example

Prends le volant, s'il te plaît.

Please take hold of the steering wheel.

Illustration for volant (steering wheel)

How to say “steering wheel” in French

“Steering wheel” in French is volant.

A motion-linked object: a turning control in a vehicle and a light object sent flying in play.

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

Example sentences with volant

Tourne doucement le volant pour éviter la bosse.

Turn the steering wheel gently to avoid the bump.

Tips for using volant

  • Prendre le volant means to take over driving, while être au volant means to be driving; a bicycle normally has a guidon.

“steering wheel” in other languages