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 “T” and their translations.
Common French Nouns Starting with T
- la table (the table)
- le temps (the time/weather)
- la tasse (the cup)
- le téléphone (the telephone)
- la terre (the earth/land)
- le train (the train)
- le travail (the work)
- la télévision (the television)
- le type (the type)
- la tomate (the tomato)
- le théâtre (the theater)
- le ton (the tone)
- la théorie (the theory)
- le tapis (the carpet)
- la trousse (the pencil case)
- le ticket (the ticket)
- le tableau (the board/picture)
- la trame (the framework)
- le tournage (the filming)
- la tension (the tension)
- la touche (the key/touch)
- le tas (the pile)
- le tarif (the rate)
- le tatou (the tattoo)
- la trahison (the betrayal)
- le torrent (the torrent)
- la traduction (the translation)
- le témoignage (the testimony)
- la technique (the technique)
- le temps libre (the free time)
- la transaction (the transaction)
- la tuile (the tile)
- le territoire (the territory)
- la tribu (the tribe)
- le tremblement (the shaking)
- la tâche (the task)
- le témoin (the witness)
- la tulipe (the tulip)
- le trottoir (the sidewalk)
- la télévision à écran plat (the flat-screen television)
- le tour (the tour)
- la tempête (the storm)
- la tête (the head)
- le tabou (the taboo)
- la tambourine (the tambourine)
- la tondeuse (the lawnmower)
- la tour (the tower)
- le tas de sable (the sand pile)
- la tortue (the turtle)
- le tablier (the apron)
Different Groups of Nouns
In the following you will find examples of French nouns starting with “T” divided into different groups of nouns:
1. Gender-Based Nouns
Masculine Nouns
- le temps (the time/weather)
- le train (the train)
- le ton (the tone)
- le tableau (the board/picture)
- le téléphone (the telephone)
Example:
Le train partira à 15 heures précises.
(The train will leave at 3 PM sharp.)
Feminine Nouns
- la table (the table)
- la tasse (the cup)
- la télévision (the television)
- la terre (the earth/land)
- la tomate (the tomato)
Example:
La table est mise pour le dîner.
(The table is set for dinner.)
2. Number-Based Nouns
Singular Nouns
- la tâche (the task)
- le ticket (the ticket)
- le tarif (the rate)
- la théorie (the theory)
- la trousse (the pencil case)
Example:
J'ai acheté un ticket pour le concert de ce soir.
(I bought a ticket for tonight's concert.)
Plural Nouns
- les tables (the tables)
- les trains (the trains)
- les tomates (the tomatoes)
- les tasses (the cups)
- les taches (the spots/tasks)
Example:
Les tomates dans le jardin commencent à mûrir.
(The tomatoes in the garden are starting to ripen.)
3. Proper vs. Common Nouns
Proper Nouns
- Toulouse (Toulouse, a city in France)
- Thomas (Thomas, a first name)
- Tunis (Tunis, the capital of Tunisia)
- Toronto (Toronto, a city in Canada)
- Tanger (Tangier, a city in Morocco)
Example:
Toulouse est connue pour sa belle architecture en briques roses.
(Toulouse is known for its beautiful pink brick architecture.)
Common Nouns
- la tortue (the turtle)
- le tabou (the taboo)
- la trame (the framework)
- le tremblement (the shaking)
- la tempête (the storm)
Example:
La tempête a causé des dégâts dans plusieurs régions.
(The storm caused damage in several areas.)
4. Countable vs. Uncountable Nouns
Countable Nouns
- le tour (the tour)
- la tasse (the cup)
- le temps (the time)
- la tortue (the turtle)
- le tabou (the taboo)
Example:
Le tour de la ville dure environ deux heures.
(The city tour lasts about two hours.)
Uncountable Nouns
- la théorie (the theory)
- la taille (the size)
- la tristesse (the sadness)
- la transparence (the transparency)
- le travail (the work)
Example:
La théorie de la relativité a changé notre compréhension de la physique.
(The theory of relativity changed our understanding of physics.)
5. Concrete vs. Abstract Nouns
Concrete Nouns
- le tablier (the apron)
- la tasse (the cup)
- le tambour (the drum)
- le tuyau (the pipe)
- la table (the table)
Example:
J'ai besoin d'un tablier pour cuisiner sans me tacher.
(I need an apron to cook without getting dirty.)
Abstract Nouns
- la tristesse (the sadness)
- la tendresse (the tenderness)
- le temps (the time)
- la théorie (the theory)
- le talent (the talent)
Example:
La tristesse peut parfois être difficile à surmonter.
(Sadness can sometimes be hard to overcome.)
6. Collective Nouns
- les tentes (the tents)
- les tableaux (the paintings)
- les traditions (the traditions)
- les troupes (the troops)
- les talents (the talents)
Example:
Les traditions familiales sont importantes pour nous.
(Family traditions are important to us.)
7. Compound Nouns
- le tapis de souris (the mouse pad)
- le temps libre (the free time)
- le téléphone portable (the mobile phone)
- la tarte aux pommes (the apple pie)
- le service clientèle (the customer service)
Example:
J'ai besoin d'un nouveau tapis de souris pour mon bureau.
(I need a new mouse pad for my desk.)
Sample text
Here is an example text where we are using different French nouns that start with “T”:
French Version
Ce matin, je me suis réveillé avec la lumière du temps qui filtrait à travers les rideaux. J'ai préparé un bon petit déjeuner, comprenant du pain grillé et une tasse de thé. J'adore commencer ma journée avec une tasse de thé chaud. Après le petit déjeuner, j'ai décidé de faire un tour au marché pour acheter des légumes frais.
Arrivé au marché, j'ai remarqué une belle tomate bio qui attirait mon attention. Le vendeur m'a expliqué qu'elle était cultivée localement. J'ai également acheté quelques autres légumes, notamment des poivrons et des carottes. En discutant avec les autres clients, j'ai réalisé à quel point le marché était vivant ce matin-là.
Plus tard dans la journée, j'avais prévu une rencontre avec un ami dans un café près de chez moi. En attendant, j'ai décidé de m'asseoir sur un banc dans un parc voisin pour profiter de la tranquillité de l'après-midi. Le bruit des enfants jouant et le chant des oiseaux rendaient ce moment agréable.
Quand mon ami est enfin arrivé, nous avons discuté de nos projets pour le week-end. Nous avons parlé de faire une randonnée dans les montagnes. C'était une journée simple, mais remplie de petits plaisirs, et je me suis senti reconnaissant d'avoir pu profiter de ces moments simples.
Translation
This morning, I woke up to the light of time filtering through the curtains. I prepared a nice breakfast, including toast and a cup of tea. I love starting my day with a warm cup of tea. After breakfast, I decided to take a trip to the market to buy fresh vegetables.
Arriving at the market, I noticed a beautiful organic tomato that caught my attention. The seller explained that it was grown locally. I also bought a few other vegetables, including bell peppers and carrots. While chatting with other customers, I realized how lively the market was that morning.
Later in the day, I had planned to meet a friend at a café near my house. While waiting, I decided to sit on a bench in a nearby park to enjoy the tranquility of the afternoon. The sound of children playing and the singing of birds made this moment pleasant.
When my friend finally arrived, we talked about our plans for the weekend. We discussed going for a hike in the mountains. It was a simple day, but filled with little pleasures, and I felt grateful to have enjoyed such moments.