How to Say “street” in French

rue

/ʁˈy/

street

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “rue” is /ʁˈy/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Getting Around Paris category. It is suitable for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "rue" in French?+

The IPA pronunciation is /ʁˈy/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "rue" mean in English?+

"rue" translates to "street" in English. It belongs to the Getting Around Paris category.

Is "rue" formal or informal in French?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday French conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

More Getting Around Paris Phrases

"a ticket" → un billet

/œ̃ bijˈɛ/

"the subway" → le métro

/lə- metʁˈo/

"Where" → Où

/ˈu/

"is" → est

/ˈɛ/

"the Eiffel Tower" → la tour Eiffel

/la- tˈuʁ ɛfˈɛl/

"address" → adresse

/adʁˈɛs/

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