French Vocabulary: Clothing
Learning the names of clothing items in French is essential for shopping, travel, and everyday conversation. Here, we will explore a range of commonly used clothing terms, along with their pronunciations and some useful phrases.
Here are some of the most common clothing items:
| English | French | Pronunciation |
| Shirt | Chemise | shuh-meez |
| Trousers | Pantalon | pan-ta-lon |
| Skirt | Jupe | zhoop |
| Dress | Robe | robe |
| Coat | Manteau | mon-toh |
| Socks | Chaussettes | sho-set |
| Shoes | Chaussures | sho-sure |
When learning these terms, practice using them in sentences to improve your retention. For instance:
J'ai acheté une nouvelle chemise hier.
(I bought a new shirt yesterday.)