French word

anglais

Pronunciation

IPA/ɑ̃glɛ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounEnglish

Example

J'apprends l'anglais.

I am learning English.

Illustration for anglais (English)

More examples

Il parle bien anglais.

He speaks English well.

Core concept

A language rooted in England that carries everyday speech and written communication across national borders.

Common phrases

  • parler anglais

    speak English

  • apprendre l'anglais

    learn English

  • cours d'anglais

    English course

Similar words

langue: A system of words and expressions used for speaking or writing.
langue anglaise: The spoken and written language called English.

Definition in French

Langue parlée en Angleterre et utilisée internationalement pour la communication orale et écrite.

Word origin

French anglais comes through Old French anglais or anglois from Latin anglicus, meaning related to the Angli, a Germanic people.

Usage tips

  • The language is l'anglais with a definite article, while a man from England is un Anglais with a capital letter.

Other meanings

  • Englishmannoun

Opposites

Related words

  • anglicismeanglicismnoun
  • angliciseranglicizeverb
  • angliciséanglicizedadjective

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