How to Say ‘A little boy’ in French
Un petit garçon
💬 Usage Tip: The word 'petit' means little or small, often used as an endearment.
🇫🇷 In France: In French, descriptors like 'petit' are often used with children to denote affection.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Un
[uhn]
A
Indefinite article used before a singular noun.
Un petit garçon joue.
A little boy is playing.
petit
[puh-tee]
little
Describes something small in size.
Un petit garçon est venu.
A little boy came.
garçon
[gar-son]
boy
A young male child.
Un garçon a trouvé un jouet.
A boy found a toy.
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