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Post updated October 19th, 2023 :
– Add number of letters for each word
– Add a printable pdf file of the word list.
– Addition 10 new words beginning with E.
– New table format for the list.
– Definitions added.
In this post, I will share with you 43 Exquisite French words that start with E along with their English translations and types.
If you are curious you can check also these posts:
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French Words That Start With E
So, here’s my list of 43 French words beginning with E, with their :
- English translation
- Family : french noun, french adjective, french preposition, french verb…
- Gender : feminine or masculine
- Meaning
- Number of letters (for fans of crosswords or Scrabble)
| French Word | English Translation | Family & Gender | Meaning | Number of Letters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| écu | currency | noun (masculine) | A type of currency | 3 letters |
| élan | momentum, impulse | noun (masculine) | A burst of speed or energy | 4 letters |
| effet | effect, result | noun (masculine) | Outcome or consequence | 5 letters |
| envie | desire, envy | noun (feminine) | A strong want or jealousy | 5 letters |
| enfer | hell | noun (masculine) | A place of suffering or torment | 5 letters |
| épais | thick | adjective | Not thin, having substance | 5 letters |
| épice | spice | noun (feminine) | Flavor-enhancing substance | 5 letters |
| évier | sink | noun (masculine) | Basin for washing | 5 letters |
| éclat | brilliance | noun (masculine) | Great brightness or talent | 5 letters |
| écrire | to write | verb | To put down thoughts on paper | 6 letters |
| éclair | lightning, éclair | noun (masculine) | Flash of light or pastry | 6 letters |
| élixir | elixir | noun (masculine) | A magical or medicinal potion | 6 letters |
| éponge | sponge | noun (feminine) | Absorbent material | 6 letters |
| érable | maple (tree) | noun (masculine) | A type of tree | 6 letters |
| espace | space | noun (masculine) | Area or expanse | 6 letters |
| exquis | exquisite | adjective | Extremely beautiful or delicate | 6 letters |
| étoile | star | noun (feminine) | Celestial object or shape | 6 letters |
| écouter | to listen | verb | To pay attention to sound | 7 letters |
| égalité | equality | noun (feminine) | State of being equal | 7 letters |
| élégant | elegant | adjective | Stylish or graceful | 7 letters |
| émigrer | to emigrate | verb | To leave one’s country | 7 letters |
| émotion | emotion | noun (feminine) | Feeling or response | 7 letters |
| énergie | energy | noun (feminine) | Capacity for work or activity | 7 letters |
| espérer | to hope | verb | To desire with expectation | 7 letters |
| essayer | to try, to attempt | verb | To make an effort or test | 7 letters |
| estimer | to estimate, to value | verb | To appraise or regard highly | 7 letters |
| étrange | strange, weird | adjective | Unusual or odd | 7 letters |
| édifice | building, structure | noun (masculine) | A constructed unit | 7 letters |
| enquête | inquiry, investigation | noun (feminine) | A search for information | 7 letters |
| endroit | place, location | noun (masculine) | A specific area | 7 letters |
| écarlate | scarlet | adjective | Bright red | 8 letters |
| économie | economy | noun (feminine) | System of production and trade | 8 letters |
| éloigner | to distance, to move away | verb | To put at a distance | 8 letters |
| émeraude | emerald | noun (feminine) | A green gemstone | 8 letters |
| entendre | to hear | verb | To perceive sound | 8 letters |
| escalier | stairs, staircase | noun (masculine) | Steps for ascending | 8 letters |
| éventail | fan (handheld) | noun (masculine) | A device for cooling | 8 letters |
| éléphant | elephant | noun (masculine) | A large mammal | 8 letters |
| éducation | education | noun (feminine) | Process of learning | 9 letters |
| émanciper | to emancipate | verb | To set free or liberate | 9 letters |
| enveloppe | envelope | noun (feminine) | Paper container for letters | 9 letters |
| ensoleillé | sunny | adjective | Bright with sunlight | 9 letters |
| équilibre | balance, equilibrium | noun (masculine) | State of stability | 9 letters |
| exceptionnel | exceptional | adjective | Outstanding or rare | 11 letters |
Read Also: 30 French Words That Start With A
French Words With E + Pronunciation (Audio File)
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