In this lesson, we will learn about the primary colors in French. We’ll also discover how to use them to describe things in sentences.

Primary Colors in French

The three primary colors in French are:

1. Rouge (Red)
2. Bleu (Blue)
3. Jaune (Yellow)

Using Colors in Descriptions

In French, colors act like adjectives. Adjectives are words that describe nouns. Nouns are the names of people, places, or things. Here are some simple rules for using colors as adjectives:

• Agreement: The color must match the noun in gender (masculine or feminine) and number (singular or plural).

  • For example, you say:
    • “un livre rouge” (a red book - masculine)
    • “une pomme rouge” (a red apple - feminine)
    • “des livres rouges” (red books - plural).

• Placement: In French, adjectives usually come after the noun. But some adjectives, like colors, can come before the noun to sound nice.

Examples of Sentences with Colors

Here are some examples of sentences that use the primary colors:

1. Rouge:
   • “La voiture est rouge.” (The car is red.)
   • “Les fleurs sont rouges.” (The flowers are red.)
2. Bleu:
   • “Le ciel est bleu.” (The sky is blue.)
   • “Les océans sont bleus.” (The oceans are blue.)
3. Jaune:
   • “Le soleil est jaune.” (The sun is yellow.)
   • “Les bananes sont jaunes.” (The bananas are yellow.)

Using Other Adjectives and Family Words

When you talk about colors, you can also add other descriptive words and family terms. Here are some examples:

• “Mon frère a une grande voiture rouge.” (My brother has a big red car.)
• “Ma sœur porte une petite robe jaune.” (My sister is wearing a small yellow dress.)

Practice

Now it’s your turn! Try making your own sentences with the primary colors. Follow these steps:

1. Pick a noun (like a fruit or a family member).
2. Choose a color that matches.
3. Add another word to describe it if you want (like big or small).
4. Put it all together into a complete sentence.

With practice, you'll get better at using colors in your French sentences every day!