Simple Words to Express Emotions in French

Talking about how we feel is important in everyday conversations. Let’s look at some easy words in French that you can use to express basic emotions and feelings.

Words for Basic Emotions

1. Happy: heureux/heureuse
   • Example: Je suis heureux. (I am happy.)
2. Sad: triste
   • Example: Elle est triste. (She is sad.)
3. Angry: en colère
   • Example: Il est en colère. (He is angry.)
4. Excited: excité/excitée
   • Example: Nous sommes excités. (We are excited.)

Saying How You Feel

• I feel…: Je me sens…
  • Example: Je me sens fatigué. (I feel tired.)

Asking About Feelings

• How do you feel?: Comment tu te sens?
  • Example: Comment te sens-tu aujourd'hui? (How do you feel today?)

Using Descriptive Words

Adding some words to describe your emotions can help you share better.

• I am very happy: Je suis très heureux.
• It is a little sad: C'est un peu triste.

Using these phrases can help you share your feelings and understand what others are feeling in French. Practice using these words in different situations, and you will get better at speaking!