English–French

“thread” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fil/

Example

Le fil est coupé.

The thread is cut.

Illustration for fil (thread)

How to say “thread” in French

“Thread” in French is fil.

One slender strand runs continuously from a spool through cloth, embroidery, or a loom.

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

Example sentences with fil

Il faut un fil à coudre pour raccommoder le bouton.

A sewing thread is needed to mend the button.

Tips for using fil

  • In perdre le fil, fil refers to the thread of an argument or conversation rather than a physical strand.

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