French Conversation · Level 36
75 words
French word
chiffre
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃifʁ/
Meaning
- masculine noundigit
Example
Ce chiffre est difficile à lire.
This digit is difficult to read.
More examples
Saisissez un chiffre pour continuer.
Enter a digit to continue.
Core concept
One visible numeral standing in a place within a number, or a numerical figure used to report a value.
Common phrases
saisir un chiffre
enter a digit
Similar words
nombre: A whole or decimal number expressing how much there is.
numéro: A number used to identify something or show its order.
montant: The amount of money involved in a transaction or charge.
somme: The result of adding multiple numbers together.
Definition in French
Signe ou symbole qui indique une valeur numérique ou la position d'une unité dans un nombre, souvent un seul chiffre (p. ex. 0–9).
Word origin
The word entered French through medieval Italian cifra, from Arabic sifr, and acquired meanings related to numerals, numerical figures, and codes.
Usage tips
- In phrases such as un chiffre d'affaires, chiffre means a reported financial figure rather than one digit.