Colours, Animals & Food Names in French with English Meaning

Examine and become familiar with the key French terms for colors, animals, and foods, along with their English definitions and others.

Apeksha Agarwal
Jun 6, 2025, 16:37 IST
Colours, Animals & Food Names in French with English Meaning
Colours, Animals & Food Names in French with English Meaning

Gaining knowledge of a new language is like opening a treasure trove of fascinating terms, civilisations, and tales! The language of love, French, is spoken in numerous countries, including Canada, France, and parts of Africa. We will discuss some enjoyable and simple French terms today that are easy for all students to learn. We'll start by going over the French names of foods, colours, and animals. Yes, we'll also explain their meanings in English.

French Colours and Their English Meanings for School Students

Everything around us is made more vibrant by colours!  The following list of basic French hue names includes their English equivalents:

French
English
Rouge
Red
Bleu
Blue
Vert 
Green
Jaune 
Yellow
Noir
Black
Blanc 
White
Rose
Pink
Gris
Grey
Violet
Purple
Marron
Brown

French Animal Names and Their English Meanings for School Students

Animals are not just adorable; they also help us learn languages better! Here are some animals in French:

French
English
Chien
Dog
Chat
Cat
Lapin 
Rabbit
Oiseau 
Bird
Cheval 
Horse
Poisson 
Fish
Souris 
Mouse
Vache
Cow
Tigre
Tiger
Lion
Lion

French Food Names and Their English Meanings for Students

The world over, French cuisine is renowned! Let's learn how to pronounce some delectable French foods:

French
English
Pomme
Apple
Pain
Bread
Fromage
Cheese
Lait 
Milk
Chocolat
Chocolate
Gâteau
Cake
Riz
Rice
Poulet
Chicken
Eau
Water
Banane
Banana

Why is learning French words important for students?

Learning French (or any new language) at a young age is super helpful because:

  • It improves memory and brain power 
  • Helps you understand other cultures 
  • Is useful for travel and future jobs 
  • Makes learning other languages easier 
  • Boosts confidence in communication 
  • You can impress your friends and family! 

Knowing a few French names for foods, colors, and animals puts you on the path to being a young language expert! Continue learning a few words each day, attempt to employ them in sentences, or use French to label objects in your home. 

Remember: “Petit à petit, l’oiseau fait son nid”— little by little, the bird builds its nest.

Au revoir (Goodbye) and Bonne chance (Good luck)! 

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