un
a, an (masculine); one
Beginner Pronoun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/œ̃/
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Cultural Note
'Un' serves both as the indefinite article ('a/an') and the number 'one.' In negative sentences, 'un' typically becomes 'de': 'J'ai un chat' → 'Je n'ai pas de chat.' The nasal vowel /œ̃/ is merging with /ɛ̃/ in many dialects.
📝 Example Sentences
J'ai un chien.
I have a dog.
Il reste un gâteau.
There is one cake left.