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Use the on-screen French – AZERTY keyboard to type French without installing anything.
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Translate French in a click
To translate French, type or paste your text in the box below – or write it with the on-screen French keyboard – and pick a language. The translation appears instantly, ready to listen to, copy or share. It is free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.
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How do I translate French to English?
- Enter your French text. Type or paste it into the left box (up to 5,000 characters).
- Choose the language. English is selected for you – pick another language from the buttons or “More”.
- Read the translation. It appears on the right as you type – no button to press.
- Use it. Listen to it, copy it in one click, or share it to WhatsApp and other apps.
How can I type French if my keyboard is in English?
Press Open on-screen keyboard above the translator to open the on-screen French – AZERTY keyboard and click the letters, or type on your own keyboard – each key types the French letter of the AZERTY layout. Or press the microphone and speak French – your words are written for you (Chrome and Edge).
Which languages can I translate French into?
French can be translated into 49 languages here. The most used ones:
- French to English
- French to Hindi
- French to Spanish
- French to Arabic
- French to Chinese
- French to Russian
- French to Portuguese
- French to Bengali
Common French phrases and what they mean
Try the translator with a few everyday phrases:
| French | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Bonjour | bon-zhoor | Hello |
| Merci | mair-see | Thank you |
| Comment allez-vous ? | ko-mahn tah-lay voo | How are you? |
| Comment vous appelez-vous ? | ko-mahn voo zah-play voo | What is your name? |
| Bonne journée | bun zhoor-nay | Have a good day |
| Au revoir | oh ruh-vwahr | Goodbye |
How accurate is the French translation?
The translation is made by machine (Google Translate). It is very good for everyday messages, emails and getting the meaning of a text, but it can miss idioms, names and tone. For better results:
- Write short, complete sentences with correct spelling and punctuation.
- Check names, numbers and dates in the result.
- For legal, medical or official documents, ask a professional translator.
French Translator – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the French translator free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no daily limit. Each translation can be up to 5,000 characters long – split longer texts into parts.
How do I translate English into French?
Open the English translator – it opens with French already chosen as the language to translate into.
Can I hear how the translation sounds?
Yes. Press the speaker button under either box. The voice comes from your device, so the available voices – and whether a language can be read aloud – depend on your phone or computer.
Is my French text saved?
No. We do not store your text. To translate it, your browser sends it to Google Translate, as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Does the translator work offline?
No. Translation needs an internet connection because it is done by Google Translate. Typing with the French keyboard itself works without one once the page has loaded.
Can I translate French text from an image?
Yes. Use French image to text to read the text from a photo or scan, then press Translate to open it here.
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Last updated 14 October 2026