English–French

“talking” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/paʁlɑ̃/

Example

Il y a un homme parlant au téléphone.

There is a man talking on the phone.

Illustration for parlant (talking)

How to say “talking” in French

“Talking” in French is parlant.

A voice in action, with speech happening now.

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

Example sentences with parlant

Un guide parlant plusieurs langues aide les touristes.

A guide speaking several languages helps tourists.

Tips for using parlant

  • En parlant means 'while speaking', because en plus a present participle expresses a simultaneous action.

“talking” in other languages