rivière
river (tributary)
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ʁi.vjɛʁ/
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Cultural Note
In French, 'rivière' refers to a river that flows into another river, while 'fleuve' refers to a river that flows into the sea. This distinction does not exist in English. The Loire is France's longest fleuve, while most smaller waterways are called rivières.
📝 Example Sentences
La rivière coule doucement à travers la vallée.
The river flows gently through the valley.
Les enfants se baignent dans la rivière en été.
The children swim in the river in summer.