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How do you say "metal" in French?
le métal
In French, "metal" is le métal.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'may-tal'. Two syllables, emphasis on the first. Very similar to English 'metal'.
Grammar notes
Métal is masculine. Plural: les métaux. Note the accent on the first e.
Example sentence
Le métal rouille quand il est mouillé.
The metal rusts when it gets wet.
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How to remember le métal
Métal is nearly identical to English 'metal', just with a French accent on the e. Easy cognate.
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Questions about le métal
How do you say "metal" in French?
In French, "metal" is le métal. It is a noun.
Is le métal masculine or feminine?
Métal is masculine. Plural: les métaux. Note the accent on the first e.
How is le métal used in a sentence?
Use le métal as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Le métal rouille quand il est mouillé. (The metal rusts when it gets wet.).
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