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Post updated October 3rd, 2023 :
– Add a printable pdf file of the word list.
– Addition of 10 new words beginning with K.
– New table format for the list.
– Definitions added.
Welcome to another exciting adventure in our alphabet journey !
Today, we’re exploring French words that start with K (with meaning).
Though K is not a common letter in French, there are still some unique and interesting words beginning with it.
Without further ado, let’s dive into this kaleidoscope (you got it? 😉 ) of French words starting with K!
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French Words That Start With K
So here’s my list of 31 unique French words starting with K 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 Words Starting with K
| French Word | English Translation | Family and Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kabbale | Kabbalah | Noun (Feminine) | A form of Jewish mysticism. |
| Kaleidoscope | Kaleidoscope | Noun (Masculine) | A tube containing mirrors and pieces of colored glass. |
| Kamikaze | Kamikaze | Noun (Masculine) | A Japanese pilot trained in WWII for suicide missions. |
| Kangourou | Kangaroo | Noun (Masculine) | A large marsupial from Australia. |
| Kanban | Kanban | Noun (Masculine) | A scheduling system for lean manufacturing and just-in-time manufacturing. |
| Kapok | Kapok | Noun (Masculine) | A cotton-like fluff obtained from the seeds of the kapok tree. |
| Karaoke | Karaoke | Noun (Masculine) | A form of entertainment where people sing along with pre-recorded music. |
| Karaté | Karate | Noun (Masculine) | A martial art developed in Japan. |
| Karma | Karma | Noun (Masculine) | The concept of action and reaction, often related to fate or destiny. |
| Kayak | Kayak | Noun (Masculine) | A small, narrow watercraft propelled by a double-bladed paddle. |
| Kazoo | Kazoo | Noun (Masculine) | A small musical instrument that adds a “buzzing” timbral quality to a player’s voice when they vocalize into it. |
| Kéfir | Kefir | Noun (Masculine) | A fermented milk drink. |
| Képi | Kepi | Noun (Masculine) | A type of cap with a flat circular top and visor. |
| Kermesse | Fair, Fete | Noun (Feminine) | A festival, often held outdoors and offering entertainment and the sale of goods. |
| Kernel | Kernel | Noun (Masculine) | The central or most important part of something, especially a computer operating system. |
| Ketchup | Ketchup | Noun (Masculine) | A sweet and tangy sauce, typically made from tomatoes, vinegar, and assorted seasonings and spices. |
| Khaki | Khaki | Adjective | A color that is a light shade of brown with a yellowish tinge. |
| Kidnapper | To Kidnap | Verb | To abduct someone and hold them captive, typically to obtain a ransom. |
| Kilo | Kilo | Noun (Masculine) | A unit of mass equal to 1,000 grams. |
| Kilogramme | Kilogram | Noun (Masculine) | The base unit of mass in the metric system. |
| Kilomètre | Kilometer | Noun (Masculine) | A metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters. |
| Kimono | Kimono | Noun (Masculine) | A traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves. |
| Kinesiologie | Kinesiology | Noun (Feminine) | The study of the mechanics of body movements. |
| Kiosque | Kiosk | Noun (Masculine) | A small open-fronted hut or cubicle for newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc. |
| Kiwi | Kiwi | Noun (Masculine) | A flightless bird native to New Zealand, or a fuzzy fruit. |
| Klaxon | Horn (car) | Noun (Masculine) | An electric horn or warning signal. |
| Knacki | (brand of) Sausage | Noun (Masculine) | A specific brand of sausage. |
| Koala | Koala | Noun (Masculine) | An arboreal Australian marsupial with a diet mainly consisting of eucalyptus leaves. |
| Krypton | Krypton | Noun (Masculine) | A chemical element, a noble gas used in some types of electric lights. |
| Kub (bouillon) | Cube (bouillon) | Noun (Masculine) | A small cube of concentrated stock. |
| Kyrielle | String, Series | Noun (Feminine) | A long list of items or events, often in a tedious manner. |
I hope you enjoyed this unique kaleidoscope of French words that start with K.
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À bientôt!
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