French Word · Intermediate
phoque
seal
Pronunciation: /fɔk/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "seal".
Example
Des reflets s’enfonçaient à pic dans la Seine. La surface du fleuve remuait comme s’il y avait des phoques sous l’eau.
Reflections dive steeply into the Seine. The surface of the river moves as if there were seals under the water.
Practice tips
- Practice phoque 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.