French Word · Intermediate
calorifère
heater, radiator
Pronunciation: /ka.lɔ.ʁi.fɛʁ/
Meaning
heater, radiator
Example
La chambre de Blanche était en désordre. Un mouchoir séchait sur le calorifère. Une chemise pendait à la clef d’un placard.
Blanche's room was a mess. A handkerchief was drying on the heater. A shirt was hanging from a cupboard key.
Practice tips
- Practice calorifère out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.