French Word · Intermediate
clocher
bell tower, steeple
Pronunciation: /klɔ.ʃe/
Meaning
bell tower, steeple
Example
Il y avait à Portofino / un vieux clocher qui s'ennuyait / de ne sonner que les matines / quand Portofino se réveillait.
There was in Portofino / an old bell tower which was bored / of only ringing in the morning / when Portofino was waking up.
Practice tips
- Practice clocher 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.