To ask "What is two plus three?" in French, you'll need to learn some simple French words for numbers and math. This guide will help you understand how to ask this question and know the right vocabulary.

Numbers in French

Let’s start with how to say the numbers from zero to ten in French:

• 0 - zéro
• 1 - un
• 2 - deux
• 3 - trois
• 4 - quatre
• 5 - cinq
• 6 - six
• 7 - sept
• 8 - huit
• 9 - neuf
• 10 - dix

In our question, the numbers are deux (two) and trois (three).

Basic Math Vocabulary

Now, let’s learn some math words you will need:

1. Addition

   • French: addition
   • Example: "plus"
   • In our question: "deux plus trois" (two plus three)

2. Subtraction

   • French: soustraction
   • Example: "moins"
   • In a question: "cinq moins deux" (five minus two)

3. Multiplication

   • French: multiplication
   • Example: "fois"
   • In a question: "deux fois trois" (two times three)

4. Division

   • French: division
   • Example: "divisé par"
   • In a question: "six divisé par deux" (six divided by two)

Asking the Question

Now that you know the numbers and math words, let’s put together the question, "What is two plus three?"

1. First, to say "What is" in French, you say:

   • French: "Qu'est-ce que c'est"
   • This means: "What is it"

2. Now you can put the whole question together:

   • French: "Qu'est-ce que c'est deux plus trois ?"
   • This means: "What is two plus three?"

Practice Examples

You can practice making other questions using the same style. Here are some more examples:

1. What is three minus one?

   • French: "Qu'est-ce que c'est trois moins un ?"

2. What is four times two?

   • French: "Qu'est-ce que c'est quatre fois deux ?"

3. What is ten divided by five?

   • French: "Qu'est-ce que c'est dix divisé par cinq ?"

Summary

By learning how to say numbers and basic math words in French, you can ask questions about math. Here are the key phrases to remember:

• Qu'est-ce que c'est - "What is"
• plus - "plus"
• moins - "minus"
• fois - "times"
• divisé par - "divided by"

Keep practicing these examples, and soon you'll be able to ask different math questions in French!