Expand Your French Vocabulary: 35 Words Beginning with B

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. French Words Beginning with B
   • 2.1 Bouger
   • 2.2 Bougie
   • 2.3 Bouche
   • 2.4 But
   • 2.5 Belle/Beau
   • 2.6 Banque
   • 2.7 Barbe
   • 2.8 Balayer
   • 2.9 Bain
   • 2.10 Blanc
   • 2.11 Blessure
   • 2.12 Boire
   • 2.13 Boisson
   • 2.14 Bois
   • 2.15 Boucler
   • 2.16 Briller
   • 2.17 Brosse à dents
   • 2.18 Brûler
   • 2.19 Besoin
   • 2.20 Bon
   • 2.21 Beaucoup
   • 2.22 Bébé
   • 2.23 Bientôt
   • 2.24 Bonsoir
   • 2.25 Bras
   • 2.26 Bête
   • 2.27 Balle
   • 2.28 Bruit
   • 2.29 Billet
   • 2.30 Bière
   • 2.31 Bonheur
   • 2.32 Bosser
   • 2.33 Blague
   • 2.34 Bleu
3. Conclusion

French Words Starting with B

French language is rich in vocabulary, and today we will focus on 35 words that start with the letter B and their usage in sentences. Although the letter B may not be as popular as the letter A in French vocabulary, it still has a significant impact in various contexts. So, let's dive into the world of French words beginning with B:

2.1 Bouger

The first word on our list is "bouger," which means "to move" in English. It is important to note that the pronunciation of this word differs from its spelling. For a comprehensive guide on pronunciation, check the playlist in the description box. Here is an example sentence: "Nous bougeons le canapé" (We Are moving the couch).

2.2 Bougie

Next, we have "bougie," which translates to "candle." Here's an example: "J'allume la bougie numéro 3" (I'm lighting candle number 3).

2.3 Bouche

"Bouche" means "mouth" in English. It is often used as a command. For instance, "Ouvre la bouche!" means "Open your mouth!"

2.4 But

In French, "but" means "goal." However, it is not used in the same way as in English. For example, "Mon but est de réussir mon examen" translates to "My goal is to pass my exam."

2.5 Belle/Beau

Both "belle" and "beau" refer to something or someone beautiful. However, they differ in terms of gender. For instance, "Ta robe est très belle" means "Your dress is very beautiful." Additionally, "Il fait beau aujourd'hui" translates to "It's nice today." For more expressions with "faire" and weather-related vocabulary, check the respective videos in the description box.

2.6 Banque

"Banque" translates to "bank" in English. An example sentence would be "Il travaille à la banque" (He works at the bank).

2.7 Barbe

Moving on, "barbe" means "beard" in French. An example sentence could be "Sa barbe est longue" (His beard is long).

2.8 Balayer

To Sweep in French, You say "balayer." Here's an example sentence: "Il balaye la cuisine" (He is sweeping the kitchen).

2.9 Bain

"Bain" translates to "bath" in English. A common sentence using this word would be "Prendre un bain est relaxant" (Taking a bath is relaxing).

2.10 Blanc

"Blanc" simply means "white." For example, "Le vélo est blanc" translates to "The bike is white."

2.11 Blessure

"Blessure" refers to an injury. For instance, "Sa blessure ne guérit pas bien" means "His/her injury is not healing well."

2.12 Boire

"To drink" in French is "boire." An example sentence would be "Il boit de l'eau" (He is drinking Water).

2.13 Boisson

Similarly, "boisson" means "drink" in English. A common question could be "Veux-tu une boisson?" (Do you want a drink?).

2.14 Bois

"Bois" translates to "woods" in English. For example, "Nous nous promenons dans le bois" means "We are walking in the woods."

2.15 Boucler

To curl in French, you say "boucler." Here's a sentence example: "Elle boucle ses cheveux tous les jours" (She curls her hair every day).

2.16 Briller

The word "briller" translates to "to shine" in English. It is important to note the pronunciation, which differs from its spelling. For example, "Le soleil brille" means "The sun is shining."

2.17 Brosse à dents

"Brosse à dents" means "toothbrush." An example question using this word would be "Où est ta brosse à dents?" (Where is your toothbrush?).

2.18 Brûler

"To burn" is expressed in French as "brûler." For instance, "Le bois brûle vite" means "The wood burns quickly."

2.19 Besoin

The word "besoin" can be used to indicate "a need" or "to need." For example, "J'ai besoin de nouvelles chaussures" translates to "I need new shoes." For more expressions with "avoir," refer to the video link provided in the description box.

2.20 Bon

"Bon" means "good" in English. For example, "Ce plat est vraiment bon" translates to "This dish is really good."

2.21 Beaucoup

The term "beaucoup" means "a lot" or "many." For instance, "Il y a beaucoup de pommes dans l'arbre" means "There are a lot of apples on the tree."

2.22 Bébé

"Bébé" means "baby" in French. For example, "Le bébé dort" translates to "The baby is sleeping."

2.23 Bientôt

"Bientôt" means "soon" in English. An example sentence would be "Bientôt nous serons en vacances" (Soon we will be on vacation).

2.24 Bonsoir

"Bonsoir" is a greeting used to say "good evening." For instance, "Bonsoir Monsieur" means "Good evening, sir."

2.25 Bras

"Bras" means "arm" in English. An example sentence would be "Il a le bras long" (He has a long arm). This expression is used to convey someone's influence or reach.

2.26 Bête

"Bête" can translate to "bug" or "beast," depending on the Context. Today, we will focus on its usage as "bug." For example, "As-tu vu cette drôle de bête?" means "Have you seen this funny bug?"

2.27 Balle

"Balle" refers to a ball. An example sentence would be "Passe-moi la balle" (Pass me the ball).

2.28 Bruit

"Bruit" means "noise" in English. For instance, "La voiture fait du bruit" means "The car is making noise."

2.29 Billet

"Billet" refers to a ticket. For example, "J'ai imprimé mes billets d'avion" means "I have printed my plane tickets."

2.30 Bière

"Bière" means "beer" in English. An example sentence would be "Je prendrai une bière" (I will have a beer).

2.31 Bonheur

"Bonheur" translates to "happiness" in English. For example, "Le bonheur est essentiel dans la vie" means "Happiness is essential in life."

2.32 Bosser

"Bosser" is a slang word that means "to work." Although the more common term for "to work" is "travailler," "bosser" is often used in informal settings. For example, "Il bosse toute la journée" means "He works all day."

2.33 Blague

"Blague" refers to a joke. For instance, "J'ai une blague pour toi" means "I have a joke for you."

2.34 Bleu

"Bleu" means "Blue" in English. An example sentence would be "Le Ciel est bleu" (The sky is blue).

Conclusion

In this lesson, we explored 35 French words that start with the letter B. From basic vocabulary like "bouger" (to move) to more complex terms such as "bleu" (blue), these words offer a glimpse into the rich French language. Remember to practice these words in sentences to enhance your language skills. If you have any questions or need further explanations, leave a comment, and I'll be happy to help. Stay tuned for more language lessons and have a joyful holiday season!

Highlights

• Learn 35 French words starting with B.
• Pronunciation guide available in the description box.
• Practice using the words in sentences for better understanding.
• Explore the various contexts of each word.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find the pronunciation guide for the words in this lesson? A: I have provided a pronunciation playlist in the video's description box. You can refer to it for accurate pronunciations.

Q: Are there more videos available for learning French expressions and vocabulary? A: Yes, there are videos on expressions with "faire," weather-related vocabulary, and more. Check the description box for the respective links.

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