When learning French, it can be helpful to focus on commonly used nouns to build your vocabulary. Below is a list of 50 French nouns that start with the letter “V” and their translations.
Common French Nouns Starting with V
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- le vase (the vase)
- la voiture (el coche)
- le verre (the glass)
- le village (the village)
- la vie (the life)
- le vent (the wind)
- la victoire (the victory)
- le visage (the face)
- la voix (the voice)
- la valeur (the value)
- le vêtement (the clothing)
- le vol (the flight)
- le visiteur (the visitor)
- la vision (the vision)
- la valise (the suitcase)
- la vertu (the virtue)
- le volume (the volume)
- la vanille (the vanilla)
- le vaccin (the vaccine)
- le vœu (the wish)
- la variété (the variety)
- le vice (the vice)
- la végétation (the vegetation)
- le véhicule (the vehicle)
- la vidéo (the video)
- le vigneron (the winemaker)
- la vue (the view)
- le volcan (the volcano)
- le visage (the face)
- le visa (the visa)
- le vol (the theft)
- la vacance (the holiday)
- le vert (the green)
- la virilité (the virility)
- le voisin (the neighbor)
- la vibration (the vibration)
- le vent (the wind)
- la vanité (the vanity)
- le vengeur (the avenger)
- le valet (the valet)
- la véracité (the veracity)
- le vinaigre (the vinegar)
- la vulnérabilité (the vulnerability)
- la valise (the suitcase)
- le ver (the worm)
- la violence (the violence)
- le vaccin (the vaccine)
- le visage (the face)
- le visite (the visit)
- la validité (the validity)
Different Groups of Nouns
In the following you will find examples of French nouns starting with “V” divided into different groups of nouns:
1. Gender-Based Nouns
Sustantivos masculinos
- le vent (the wind)
- le village (the village)
- le véhicule (the vehicle)
- le verre (the glass)
- le vœu (the wish)
Ejemplo:
Le vent souffle fort ce soir.
(The wind is blowing hard tonight.)
Sustantivos femeninos
- la voiture (el coche)
- la vie (the life)
- la voix (the voice)
- la victoire (the victory)
- la valise (the suitcase)
Ejemplo:
La voiture est garée devant la maison.
(The car is parked in front of the house.)
2. Number-Based Nouns
Singular Nouns
- le volcan (the volcano)
- la vallée (the valley)
- le voyage (the trip)
- la vérité (the truth)
- la vitesse (the speed)
Ejemplo:
Le volcan est actif depuis des années.
(The volcano has been active for years.)
Plural Nouns
- les vœux (the wishes)
- les visiteurs (the visitors)
- les verres (the glasses)
- les vélos (the bicycles)
- les vêtements (the clothes)
Ejemplo:
Les visiteurs ont apprécié l'exposition au musée.
(The visitors enjoyed the exhibition at the museum.)
3. Proper vs. Common Nouns
Proper Nouns
- Vienne (Vienna, a city)
- Valence (Valence, a city in France)
- Victor (Victor, a first name)
- Vancouver (Vancouver, a city)
- Vénus (Venus, the planet)
Ejemplo:
Vienne est connue pour sa musique classique.
(Vienna is known for its classical music.)
Common Nouns
- la valise (the suitcase)
- le val (the valley)
- le volume (the volume)
- le ver (the worm)
- la vertu (the virtue)
Ejemplo:
La valise est pleine de vêtements pour le voyage.
(The suitcase is full of clothes for the trip.)
4. Countable vs. Uncountable Nouns
Countable Nouns
- le vase (the vase)
- le volant (the steering wheel)
- le valet (the valet)
- la vanille (the vanilla)
- le vitrail (the stained glass)
Ejemplo:
Le vase sur la table est rempli de fleurs.
(The vase on the table is filled with flowers.)
Uncountable Nouns
- la valeur (the value)
- la vérité (the truth)
- la violence (the violence)
- la virtualité (the virtuality)
- la vulnérabilité (the vulnerability)
Ejemplo:
La vérité est souvent difficile à accepter.
(The truth is often hard to accept.)
5. Concrete vs. Abstract Nouns
Concrete Nouns
- la vitre (the window pane)
- le vélo (the bicycle)
- le ver (the worm)
- le vestiaire (the locker room)
- le vaporisateur (the sprayer)
Ejemplo:
Le vélo est garé dans le garage.
(The bicycle is parked in the garage.)
Abstract Nouns
- la victoire (the victory)
- la vision (the vision)
- la vanité (the vanity)
- la vertu (the virtue)
- le vide (the emptiness)
Ejemplo:
La victoire de l'équipe a été célébrée avec enthousiasme.
(The team's victory was celebrated with enthusiasm.)
6. Collective Nouns
- les visiteurs (the visitors)
- les vaches (the cows)
- les vélos (the bicycles)
- les voiles (the sails)
- les vœux (the wishes)
Ejemplo:
Les vaches dans le champ paissent tranquillement.
(The cows in the field are grazing peacefully.)
7. Compound Nouns
- le véhicule de service (the service vehicle)
- le vide-grenier (the garage sale)
- la veilleuse (the night light)
- le vin rouge (the red wine)
- la vaisselle en verre (the glass dishware)
Ejemplo:
Le vide-grenier de ce week-end attire beaucoup de monde.
(The garage sale this weekend is attracting a lot of people.)
Sample text
Here is an example text where we are using different French nouns that start with “V”:
French Version
Ce week-end, j'ai décidé de visiter un village pittoresque à la campagne. J'adore explorer de nouveaux endroits, surtout ceux qui conservent leur charme d'antan. En arrivant, j'ai été émerveillé par les vieux bâtiments en pierre et les petites rues pavées. Le vent soufflait doucement, apportant avec lui le parfum des fleurs qui poussaient dans les jardins.
Après avoir flâné dans les ruelles, j'ai trouvé une petite boutique qui vendait de la vaisselle artisanale. Les plats en céramique étaient peints à la main avec des motifs colorés, et j'ai décidé d'en acheter quelques-uns pour ma maison. C'est toujours agréable d'avoir des objets uniques qui racontent une histoire.
Plus tard dans la journée, je me suis arrêté dans un café local pour déguster un verre de vin rouge. Le propriétaire m'a recommandé un vin de la région, et il était absolument délicieux. En savourant mon vin, j'ai discuté avec d'autres clients du café, partageant des histoires et des rires.
Traducción
This weekend, I decided to visit a picturesque village in the countryside. I love exploring new places, especially those that retain their old-world charm. Upon arrival, I was amazed by the old stone buildings and the small cobbled streets. The wind was blowing gently, bringing with it the scent of flowers blooming in the gardens.
After wandering through the alleyways, I found a small shop that sold handmade dinnerware. The ceramic dishes were painted by hand with colorful patterns, and I decided to buy a few for my home. It’s always nice to have unique objects that tell a story.
Later in the day, I stopped by a local café to enjoy a glass of red wine. The owner recommended a wine from the region, and it was absolutely delicious. While savoring my wine, I chatted with other customers in the café, sharing stories and laughter.