jumeau
twin (male)
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ʒy.mo/
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Cultural Note
France distinguishes between vrais jumeaux (identical twins) and faux jumeaux (fraternal twins). The word jumelles also means 'binoculars' in French — a completely different meaning. Twin births have increased in France due to assisted reproduction.
📝 Example Sentences
Il est le jumeau de Marc.
He is Marc's twin.
Les jumeaux sont nés le même jour, évidemment.
The twins were born on the same day, obviously.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | jumelle |
| masculine | jumeau |
| feminine_plural | jumelles |
| masculine_plural | jumeaux |