French Word · Intermediate
échecs
chess
Pronunciation: /e.ʃɛk/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "chess".
Example
Les échecs me font peur : je jouais avec le roi — la reine a pris mon cœur !
Chess scares me: I was playing with the king, and the queen stole my heart!
Practice tips
- Practice échecs 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.