both in French
both in French is à la fois ... et ..., les deux, tous les deux — both means referring to two people or things together, rather than just one.
both in French
à la fois ... et ...
Including both of (used with and).
les deux
Each of the two; one and the other; referring to two individuals or items.
tous les deux
Each of the two; one and the other; referring to two individuals or items.
tout deux
Each of the two; one and the other; referring to two individuals or items.
What does "both" mean?
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det Referring to two people or things together, rather than just one.
"Both children were tired after the long drive."
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conj Used with "and" to emphasize that two things are true or included together.
"She is both talented and modest about it."
both in a sentence
- Both children were tired after the long drive.
- She is both talented and modest about it.
Common French translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "both" in French?
"both" in French is à la fois ... et ..., les deux, tous les deux. both means: Referring to two people or things together, rather than just one.
How do you use "both" in a sentence?
Example: "Both children were tired after the long drive." In French, "both" is à la fois ... et ..., les deux, tous les deux.
Are there other ways to say "both" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "both": à la fois ... et ..., les deux, tous les deux, tout deux.
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