forêt
forest
The word 'forêt' is used in French to refer to a large area of land covered with trees and undergrowth. Just like in English, it can be used in various contexts, such as discussing nature, ecosystems, or geography.
Example sentences using: forêt
Je vais me promener dans la forêt.
I'm going for a walk in the forest.
This sentence translates directly to 'I will go for a walk in the forest'. 'me promener' is the reflexive form of the verb promener (to walk) and is widely used in French to express the action of going for a walk.
La forêt est très belle à l'automne.
The forest is very beautiful in the fall.
This sentence translates to 'The forest is very beautiful in the autumn'. In French, 'automne' is used where English speakers would use 'fall'.
Il a construit une cabane dans la forêt.
He built a hut in the forest.
This sentence translates directly to 'He built a hut in the forest'. In French, the verb 'construit' denotes the past tense of 'to build' and is consistent with the past simple tense in English.