nouveau
new
Intermediate Adjective Masculine
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Pronunciation
/nuvo/
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Cultural Note
'Nouveau' has a special masculine form 'nouvel' used before a vowel or silent 'h': 'un nouvel ami' (a new friend). Compare with 'neuf/neuve,' which means 'brand new' (never used before), while 'nouveau' means 'new to the owner.'
📝 Example Sentences
J'ai un nouveau téléphone.
I have a new phone.
C'est une nouvelle idée.
It's a new idea.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | nouvelle |
| masculine | nouveau |
| feminine_plural | nouvelles |
| masculine_plural | nouveaux |