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Spring’s vocabulary in French

How do we speak about spring in French?

Spring is coming! It’s a season of renewal and freshness. Flowers bloom, birds sing, and the weather gets a little warmer. Nature becomes more colorful, and the air is fresh but pleasant. Here are some words to talk about spring and describe this beautiful season.

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A few words to speak about spring in French

FrenchEnglishLevel
FleurFlowerA1
PrintempsSpringA1
Couleur viveBright colorA1
BourgeonBudA1
DouxSoftA1
Ciel bleuBlue skyA1
OiseauxBirdsA1
PollenPollenA2
JardinGardenA2
SoleilSunA2
PluieRainA2
RenouveauRenewalB1
VerdureGreeneryB1
Arc-en-cielRainbowB1
Vent légerLight windB1
ÉquilibreBalanceB2
PâqueretteDaisyB2
CueillettePicking (flowers, fruits)B2
DouceurSweetnessC1
ÉpanouissementBlossomingC1
SérénitéSerenityC2

Signs of Spring

  • The trees start to bud.
  • Flowers bloom: tulips, daffodils, cherry blossoms…
  • Birds return and sing in the morning.
  • The days get longer, and it stays light in the evening.

Spring Weather

  • The weather is mild but sometimes still cool.
  • There is sunshine, but also rain.
  • The air is often humid, and the wind is light.

Spring Activities

  • People go for outdoor walks.
  • Flowers and vegetables are planted in the garden.
  • Lighter clothes are brought out.
  • It’s the season for picnics and the first outings on terraces.

Expressing Feelings

  • “I love the smell of flowers.”
  • “It feels good to see the sun after winter.”
  • “I enjoy hearing the birds sing.”

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