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Beginner French Vocabulary Quiz Challenge

Test Your Essential French Vocabulary Knowledge Today

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Ready to test your beginner French vocabulary? Joanna Weib invites learners to explore essential words with this dynamic beginner French quiz designed for classroom and self-study. Whether you're curious about salutations, foods, or daily expressions, this simple French test will sharpen your recall and confidence. Dive deeper into themed topics like French Numbers Vocabulary Quiz or brush up on roles with the French Professions Vocabulary Quiz. All questions can be easily tweaked in our editor, and you can browse more quizzes to keep advancing your skills.

What is the French word for "hello"?
bonjour
merci
s'il vous plaît
au revoir
Bonjour is the standard French greeting for "hello". Au revoir means "goodbye", merci means "thank you", and s'il vous plaît means "please".
What is "thank you" in French?
s'il vous plaît
bonjour
merci
pardon
Merci is the French word for "thank you". S'il vous plaît means "please", bonjour means "hello", and pardon means "sorry" or "excuse me".
Which of these is French for "goodbye"?
au revoir
salut
bonjour
merci
Au revoir directly translates to "goodbye". Salut can be used informally for hi or bye, bonjour is hello, and merci is thank you.
How do you say "please" in French?
merci
de rien
pardon
s'il vous plaît
S'il vous plaît is the polite form of "please". Merci is thank you, pardon means sorry or excuse me, and de rien means you're welcome.
What number is "cinq"?
5
6
4
9
Cinq is the French word for the number five. It does not correspond to four, six, or nine.
Choose the correct indefinite article for the noun "chat" (male cat).
la
un
une
le
Chat is masculine in French, so the correct indefinite article is "un". "Une" is feminine, and "le" and "la" are definite articles.
Choose the correct definite article for the noun "maison" (house).
une
la
le
un
Maison is a feminine noun in French, so the definite article "la" is used. "Le" is masculine, and "un"/"une" are indefinite.
Translate "my friend" when referring to a female friend.
mes amie
ma amie
mon amie
ma ami
Although "amie" is feminine, "mon" is used before a vowel sound to avoid a clash. "Ma amie" is incorrect for that reason.
Fill in the blank: "Je ___ un étudiant." (I am a student.)
suis
sont
est
es
The first person singular of "être" is "suis", so "Je suis un étudiant" means "I am a student". Other forms are for different subjects.
In the sentence "Elle est ___", meaning "She is kind", which adjective is correct?
gentils
gentille
gentilles
gentil
Elle is feminine singular, so the adjective must be feminine singular: "gentille". The other forms mismatch gender or number.
Which form correctly agrees in "Les chats sont ___" to mean "The cats are small"?
petits
petit
petite
petites
Les chats is masculine plural, so the adjective is "petits". The other forms are feminine or singular.
Translate "We are tired" into French.
Nous sommes fatiguer
Nous sommes fatigués
Nous etes fatigués
On sommes fatigués
The correct phrasing uses "Nous sommes fatigués". "On sommes" is incorrect conjugation; "etes" lacks accent; "fatiguer" is the infinitive.
What is the French translation of "I have a red car"?
J'ai un voiture rouge
J'ai une voiture rouge
J'ai une voiture rougé
Je ai une voiture rouge
Voiture is feminine so "une" is used, and rouge remains unchanged in feminine singular. Other options misapply gender or contract incorrectly.
What is the French word for the number 20?
soixante
vingt
dix
vingt-et-un
Vingt means twenty; dix is ten; soixante is sixty; vingt-et-un is twenty-one.
Which category do the words "bonjour", "salut", "au revoir" belong to?
Greetings
Numbers
Colors
Foods
These are all expressions used for greetings or farewells, not colors, numbers, or foods.
Choose the correct translation for "The beautiful woman".
la beau femme
le beau femme
la belle femme
le belle femme
Femme is feminine, so the article is "la" and the adjective is "belle" (feminine form). The others mismatch gender.
Translate "The pretty flowers" into French.
les jolies fleurs
les joli fleurs
la jolies fleurs
les jolis fleur
Fleurs is feminine plural, so the adjective is "jolies" and the article is "les". Other forms are incorrect in gender or number.
What is the French word for the number 80?
huitante
septante
soixante-dix
quatre-vingts
Standard French for 80 is "quatre-vingts". Septante and huitante are used regionally; soixante-dix is seventy.
What is the correct feminine form of the adjective "heureux" (happy)?
heureuse
heureusé
heureux
heureusee
The feminine of "heureux" adds an "e" to become "heureuse". The other options are misspelled or remain masculine.
How do you say "I would like a coffee, please." in French?
Je voudrais un café, s'il vous plaît
J'ai un café, s'il vous plaît
Je bois un café, s'il vous plaît
Je veux un café, s'il vous plaît
"Je voudrais" is the polite conditional for "I would like". "Je veux" is more direct "I want", while the others change the meaning.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common beginner French words and phrases
  2. Master correct spelling and gender usage
  3. Apply French vocabulary in simple sentences
  4. Demonstrate understanding of noun-adjective agreement
  5. Analyse word categories like greetings and numbers
  6. Evaluate correct vocabulary choices in context

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Common French Greetings - From a cheerful "Bonjour!" in the morning to a friendly "Salut!" with pals, learning key greetings helps you connect instantly. Practice saying each phrase aloud to build confidence and get that smooth French flow. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  2. Understand Numbers 1 - 20 - Counting in French is like unlocking secret codes: once you've got "un, deux, trois," you can handle prices, phone numbers, and more. Sing them, write them, and quiz yourself to make them stick. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  3. Learn Days of the Week - Knowing "lundi, mardi, mercredi…" lets you chat about plans, schedule study sessions, or even plan a faux French holiday. Pair each day with a fun activity to make memorization a breeze. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  4. Recognize Common Nouns and Their Genders - In French, every noun has a gender - "le livre" (masculine) versus "la table" (feminine). Think of it like discovering the secret personality of each word. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  5. Practice Basic Sentence Structures - Build simple power sentences like "Je suis étudiant" or "Elle a un chat" to boost your confidence. Once you can introduce yourself and describe what you see, you'll feel ready to chat with anyone! BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  6. Understand Noun-Adjective Agreement - Adjectives in French must match their nouns in gender and number: "un petit garçon" but "une petite fille." It's like making sure your word outfits match perfectly! BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  7. Learn Common Verbs and Their Conjugations - Start with the essentials like "être" (to be) and "avoir" (to have): "Je suis" and "Tu as." These verbs are the backbone of almost every sentence you'll say. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  8. Familiarize Yourself with Question Words - Words like "qui" (who), "quoi" (what), "où" (where), and "pourquoi" (why) are your conversation keys. Practice tossing them into sentences to spark fun interactions! BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  9. Understand the Use of Articles - French articles ("le," "la," "les," "un," "une," "des") tell you exactly which noun you're talking about. Getting these right makes your speech sound polished and precise. BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
  10. Practice Pronunciation Regularly - French pronunciation can be tricky with its nasal sounds and silent letters. Listen to native speakers, mimic their rhythm, and laugh at your own tongue-twister attempts - it's all part of the fun! BBC Bitesize: Adjectives - Position & Agreement
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