English–French

“student” in French

French

Alsodisciple · étudiant

Pronunciation

IPA/elɛv/

Example

L'élève pose une question au professeur.

The student asks the teacher a question.

Illustration for élève (student)

How to say “student” in French

“Student” in French is élève.

A pupil developing under the direction of a teacher.

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

Example sentences with élève

Chaque élève doit rendre son devoir demain.

Each student must hand in their homework tomorrow.

Tips for using élève

  • French normally uses étudiant rather than élève for a person studying at a university.

Other French words for “student”

Mon disciple apprend la peinture.

My student is learning to paint.

L'étudiant lit un livre.

The student is reading a book.

“student” in other languages