French compound nouns
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A compound noun (French: un nom composé) is a noun formed from several separate words most often by hyphens (-) but representing only one word. However, the general meaning of the compound noun does not always depend on the distinct meanings of each word that composes it, but on the general meaning given to that name.
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Here you find an overview of the most used compound nouns.
Compound nouns | Translations |
---|---|
Un abat-jour | (lampshade) |
Un accroche-cœur | (spit curl) |
Un aide-comptable | (an assistant accountant) |
Un aide-cuisinier | (an assistant cook) |
Un casse-noisette | (a nutcracker suite) |
Un casse-tête | (a brainteaser) |
Un cerf-volant | (a kite) |
Un chasse-neige | (a snowplough) |
Un chef-d’œuvre | (a masterpiece) |
Un chef-lieu | (administrative centre of an arrondissement) |
Un chien-guide | (a guide dog) |
Un coffre-fort | (a strongbox) |
Un loup-garou | (a werewolf) |
Un marteau-pilon | (a drop hammer) |
Un micro-ordinateur | (a microcomputer) |
Un mandat-poste | (a money order) |
To form compound nouns you have to connect two or three words together.
These words can be separated by a hyphen or not. A compound word can be formed in different ways:
Functions | Compound nouns | Translations |
---|---|---|
Verb + noun | un amuse-gueule | (An appetizer) |
Noun + noun | un chou-fleur | (A cauliflower) |
Noun + genitive | un chemin de fer | (A railway) |
Adjective + noun | une plate-bande | (A flowerbed) |
Noun + adjective | un coffre-fort | (A strongbox) |
Verb + verb | savoir-faire | (Knowledge) |
To form the plural of compound nouns, you must look at their composition for:
Functions | Plural | Translations |
---|---|---|
one word | des portefeuilles | (Wallets) |
noun + noun adjective + noun adjective + adjective | des portes-fenêtres des grands-mères des sourds-muets | (French window) (Grandmothers) (Deaf-mute) |
noun + genitive | des chefs-d'oeuvre | (Masterpieces) |
verb + noun | des lance-pierres | (Slingshots) |
adverb + noun | des arrière-boutiques | (Back shops) |
For the verb + noun, the verb never agrees in the plural.
Here you will find an overview of the singular and plural of the most used compound nouns:
Singular | Plural | Examples |
---|---|---|
Une belle-sœur | Des belles-sœurs | (sisters-in-law) |
Un bouche-trou | Des bouche-trous | (stopgaps) |
Un boute-en-train | Des boute-en-train | (joker) |
Un bouton de manchette | Des boutons de manchette | (cuff links) |
Un bouton de rose | Des boutons de rose | (rosebuds) |
Un café-concert | Des cafés-concerts | (café where music-hall performances are given) |
Un café crème | Des cafés crème | (coffee with cream) |
Un casse-cou | Des casse-cou | (daredevils) |
Un casse-croûte | Des casse-croûte | (snacks) |
Un casse-noisette | Des casse-noisettes | (nutcrackers suite) |
Un cerf-volant | Des cerfs-volants | (kites) |
Un chef-lieu | Des chefs-lieux |
1. If the first word of the compound nouns is franc or grand, it agrees in the plural just with a masculine noun
Des grands-pères → Des grand-mères
2. When a compound noun starts with demi followed by a noun, the noun agrees in the plural
Des demi-heures.
3. When a compound noun starts with garde (noun) followed by a noun, the first word agrees but the noun agrees depending on the meaning
Des gardes-malades
4. When a compound noun starts with garde (verb) followed by a noun, the verb garde does not agree.
Des garde-manger.
Put an hyphen in the following compound nouns if necessary. If there is no hyphen leave the blank empty.
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1. Une tirelire. (A piggy bank)
2. Un portemonnaie. (A wallet)
3. Un aidecomptable. (An accoutant assistant)
4. Un arrièregrandpère. (A grand old father)
5. Une bellesoeur. (A sister in law)
6. Un appareilphoto. (A camera)
7. Une caméracouleur. (A color camera)
8. Une demifinale. (A semi final)
9. Un horsjeu. (Off-side)
10. Un loupgarou. (A werewolf)
Write an -s in the following compound nouns to form the plural if necessary. Leave the blank if there is no -s
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Examples: des portefeuilles
1. Une assurance-vie : Des assurance-vie
(Life insurance)
2. Un porte parole : Des porte parole
(Spokespersons)
3. La grand-mère : Les grand-mère
(Grandmothers)
4. Un sapeur-pompier : Des sapeur-pompier
(Firemen)
5. Un gratte ciel : Des gratte ciel
(Skyscrapers)
6. Un garde malade : Des garde malade
(Nurses)
7. Un avant-goût : Des avant-goût
(Foretastes)
8. Un aller-retour : Des aller-retour
(Back and forth)
9. Un arc en ciel: Des arc en ciel
(Rainbows)
10. Un bas ventre : Des bas-ventre
(Abdomens)
Put an hyphen in the following compound nouns if necessary. If there is no hyphen leave the blank empty.
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1. Une tirelire. (A piggy bank)
2. Un portemonnaie. (A wallet)
3. Un aidecomptable. (An accoutant assistant)
4. Un arrièregrandpère. (A grand old father)
5. Une bellesoeur. (A sister in law)
6. Un appareilphoto. (A camera)
7. Une caméracouleur. (A color camera)
8. Une demifinale. (A semi final)
9. Un horsjeu. (Off-side)
10. Un loupgarou. (A werewolf)
Write an -s in the following compound nouns to form the plural if necessary. Leave the blank if there is no -s
Bonne chance !
Examples: des portefeuilles
1. Une assurance-vie : Des assurance-vie
(Life insurance)
2. Un porte parole : Des porte parole
(Spokespersons)
3. La grand-mère : Les grand-mère
(Grandmothers)
4. Un sapeur-pompier : Des sapeur-pompier
(Firemen)
5. Un gratte ciel : Des gratte ciel
(Skyscrapers)
6. Un garde malade : Des garde malade
(Nurses)
7. Un avant-goût : Des avant-goût
(Foretastes)
8. Un aller-retour : Des aller-retour
(Back and forth)
9. Un arc en ciel: Des arc en ciel
(Rainbows)
10. Un bas ventre : Des bas-ventre
(Abdomens)
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I'm A personal trainer for English communication in Real-World situations. My lessons focus on helping you to improve your speaking fluency, pronunciation, confidence and to be prepared for everyday social interactions, casual conversations, communicating better in English at work, and even preparing you for an important interview or presentation.
What To Expect: Professional Help NOT just Conversation Practice
I'm a specialist that cares about YOU achieving your goals I will evaluate you first, then we work together as a team to create a FUN learning strategy or plan so 100% of your classes are exciting BUT focused on where you need the most practice and attention
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Curtis is a Canadian teacher with years of experience in teaching English. He is a real motivator and with him, you will improve lesson by lesson and reach your goals. His teaching techniques and strategies are based on his years of coaching and experience. If you want an English motivator, Curtis is the ideal teacher for you.
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Hello everyone. My name is Will Alberts, 52 years old, and I live in Roermond, a beautiful city in the south of Limburg (Netherlands) and I am a first-degree qualified teacher of English.
I have been teaching English at all levels to 12-18 year olds for 15 years. I've always enjoyed doing that, even during Covid-19, when we were forced to teach online. I have experience with Zoom, Teams and Skype. I liked online teaching so much that I would like to do this part-time, in addition to giving physical tutoring to my students at home.
I think it is very important that the student also decides what a lesson should look like.
If you are partly in control as a student, you are more motivated!
I have worked with many (digital) methods, but I also make my own lessons.
I am flexible in terms of time, so you decide when you want to have your lessons.
Hope to see you soon!
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Will started his career as a teacher in the Czech Republic at the age of 27. He worked in Prague for an American school for 4 years and then returned to the Netherlands to teach in different schools for different levels. Specialized in teaching for many years, in him, you will find a well-prepared, expert, friendly and inspiring teacher with a creative and simple teaching method.
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Hi! My name is Tiphaine, I'm french, I'm 37 years old and I live in Seville.
I grew up in the outside of Paris, I travelled all over the world and I live in Spain for 10 years now.
I'm a musician, a dancer and I love to cook and hike.
I'm a french teacher, and it's my passion! I speak 3 languages, and thanks to my learning I was able to live amazing experiences in many countries.
That's why I became a teacher, to be able to share with you my love for french language and culture and to guide you in your progress.
For me, each language is a way of seeing and interpreting the world, as glasses of different colors.
Understanding the way a language works is understanding how its people see things; it's such a exciting process, I can't wait to share it with you!
I have more than 8 years experience, in schools, companies and universities.
I work with people from all ages, beginners to advanced. I know most of french manuals.
I can prepare you to DELF and DALF exams. I also have a specialization in french for specific goals and french business.
I can offer you thematic courses, to improve your pronunciation, increase your vocabulary, prepare you for traveling or for a new job.
All my classes are in french, I adapt my vocabulary and speech speed according to your level.
I also adapt my method to your needs, personality, to take the best advantage of my classes and your french learning.
I use diversified ressources, from quizz to podcasts, videos, songs and games.
Whatever are your motivations, if you want to learn french in a pleasurable and rewarding way, book a class with me!
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The strategy of Tiphaine is simple but very effective. She assess each students by understanding their needs and goals first. What I enjoy most is I get to speak french with her more than I did in my other french classes. She also give life advices on the side. :)
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Hello,
My name is Tiska. I am a French Teacher with experiences with adults and teenagers in Public Education (USA) and Language Schools. I am holding a Master Degree in FLE (Teaching French as a Foreign Language).
Join a small group of learners of 2 or 3 for conversation lessons with me. An article or video to watch before the lesson and a conversation with personalized corrections during the lesson. This option saves you at least 10 euros per lesson on Colanguage.
Group opening:
Monday and/or Wednesday from 17:30 to 18:30 (French time).
Level: intermediate (B1)
Also, standard French lessons
- level A2 (low intermediate)
- 2 hours a week
- ask for schedule
Don’t know your level? Ask for a free level test.
I give Skype lessons to people who need or want to improve their French language. I like to use material from the internet (videos, article etc.) to introduce a theme which leads to a lesson and a conversation.
I like to create engaging learning with my students. I will give as homework a document to watch or to read with comprehension exercises so the time we have on skype is only speaking practice and explanation if needed.
I can help you prepare DELF-DALF Exams or work on specific needs (as professional French).
Really like to speak about all the subjects with the student especially those the student like so it gives the motivation to speak in the foreign language.
The free first lesson is organize to know your tastes, your level and your needs so we can plan the next lessons about the objectives you fixed.
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Tiska is a very good teacher: her lessons are well structured and she follows your French level perfectly. The method she uses is modern and leaves room for conversation. Homework is a real party with the videos, listening to music videos and grammar which is well explained in the book. I can highly recommend Tiska for your French lesson.
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Hello,
Are you looking to learn or improve your French in a Fun and relaxed atmosphere?
Look no further !
My name is Anissa and I'm a French native and certified teacher.
Focusing on each student's individual level, interests, and goals, my online classes are effective to achieve impressive learning results in a shorter period of time. The courses will be based on your personal needs and during the class you will receive direct explanations, correction and feedback in order to instantly improve your language skills.
Whether you want to learn French for your own pleasure or preparing for an exam, an upcoming interview or a presentation at work, I will be happy to assist you in reaching your goals.
My online classes are available at any time! Choose a subject from my curriculum or request your own topic, date, time and start master your French!
I look forward to meeting you,
Anissa, your French (and nice) teacher :)
*Please note that I'm not offering a free trial anymore*
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As always, Anissa continues to excel. She is a pleasure to work with, helpful in every way. I always enjoy our lessons.
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