scout in French

scout in French is éclaireuse, éclaireur, scout — scout means a person sent ahead to gather information, especially about an enemy or unfamiliar territory.

scout in French

éclaireuse

noun

éclaireur

noun

scout

noun

A member of any number of youth organizations belonging to the international scout movement, such as the Boy Scouts of America or Girl Scouts of the United States.

éclaireur

noun

A member of any number of youth organizations belonging to the international scout movement, such as the Boy Scouts of America or Girl Scouts of the United States.

reconnaissance

noun

A member of any number of youth organizations belonging to the international scout movement, such as the Boy Scouts of America or Girl Scouts of the United States.

aller en reconnaissance

verb

explorer

verb

partir en reconnaissance

verb

reconnaître le terrain

verb

What does "scout" mean?

noun A person sent ahead to gather information, especially about an enemy or unfamiliar territory.
"The scout crept ahead of the army to find a safe river crossing."
noun A person who searches for talented individuals on behalf of a team or organization.
"The club's scout travels to small towns looking for promising young footballers."
noun A member of a youth organization focused on outdoor skills, teamwork, and community service.
"My little brother is a scout and loves camping and building fires."
verb To explore an area or assess a situation in advance, especially to gather information.
"We scouted the area for a good camping spot before it got dark."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

scout in a sentence

The scout crept ahead of the army to find a safe river crossing.
Before the patrol set off, a scout checked the valley for signs of danger.
The club's scout travels to small towns looking for promising young footballers.
A talent scout spotted the singer performing in a tiny cafe.

Similar words in French

lookout picket reconnoiter recruiter sentry

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "scout" in French?

"scout" in French is éclaireuse, éclaireur, scout. scout means: A person sent ahead to gather information, especially about an enemy or unfamiliar territory.

How do you use "scout" in a sentence?

Example: "The scout crept ahead of the army to find a safe river crossing." In French, "scout" is éclaireuse, éclaireur, scout.

Are there other ways to say "scout" in French?

Yes — French has 8 translations listed for "scout": éclaireuse, éclaireur, scout, reconnaissance, aller en reconnaissance, explorer.

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