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Master French Professions Vocabulary Quiz

Test Your Knowledge of French Job Titles

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
Learning OutcomesStudy Material
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This French professions vocabulary quiz helps you learn and recall common job titles in French with 15 quick multiple-choice questions. Get instant feedback so you can spot gaps before class and build confidence. For extra practice, try a beginner vocabulary set or a numbers quiz .

What is the French word for "doctor"?
infirmier
docteur
médecin
avocat
The standard French word for a medical doctor is "médecin." Although "docteur" can be used in formal address or to refer to a PhD holder, "médecin" is the everyday term for a physician.
How do you say "teacher" in French?
instituteur
professeur
enseignant
maître
The word "professeur" is commonly used in French for both primary and secondary school teachers. "Enseignant" is a broader term but less frequently used in everyday conversation.
What is the French term for "firefighter"?
policier
avocat
infirmier
pompier
A "pompier" is a firefighter in French. The other options refer to a police officer (policier), a nurse (infirmier), and a lawyer (avocat).
Translate "lawyer" into French.
juriste
juge
notaire
avocat
The French word for a lawyer is "avocat" (masculine) or "avocate" (feminine). A "juge" is a judge, "notaire" is a notary, and "juriste" is a legal expert or jurist.
What is the French word for "baker"?
boulanger
pâtissier
cuisinier
marchand
"Boulanger" means baker in French, someone who makes bread. A "pâtissier" is a pastry chef, a "cuisinier" is a cook, and a "marchand" is a merchant.
What is the meaning of the French profession "médecin"?
pharmacist
nurse
dentist
doctor
"Médecin" translates directly to "doctor" in English. A dentist would be "dentiste," a pharmacist is "pharmacien," and a nurse is "infirmier/infirmière."
What is the feminine form of "avocat"?
avocate
avocat
avocataire
avocatrice
The feminine form of "avocat" is "avocate." The other options are incorrect formations that do not follow standard gender agreement rules in French.
Which profession does NOT change spelling in its feminine form?
boulanger
infirmier
dentiste
pharmacien
"Dentiste" stays the same for both masculine and feminine. "Boulanger" becomes "boulangère," "infirmier" becomes "infirmière," and "pharmacien" becomes "pharmacienne."
Which profession matches the description "Il soigne les animaux malades."?
biologiste
infirmier
médecin
vétérinaire
A "vétérinaire" is the professional who treats sick animals. A "médecin" treats humans, an "infirmier" assists in nursing care, and a "biologiste" studies biology.
What job does a "plombier" perform?
painter
plumber
carpenter
electrician
A "plombier" in French is a plumber in English. Painters are "peintres," electricians are "électriciens," and carpenters are "charpentiers."
Which IPA transcription correctly represents the French pronunciation of "boulanger"?
/bu.l'̃.'e/
/bɔ.læn.'e/
/bu.lan.'ɛ/
/bʊ.l'̃.d'er/
The correct IPA for "boulanger" is /bu.l'̃.'e/. The nasal vowel /'̃/ and the final /e/ are key features of the standard French pronunciation.
Translate the French profession "journaliste" into English.
author
writer
journalist
reporter
"Journaliste" translates as "journalist" in English. While a reporter is similar, the direct translation of "journaliste" is journalist.
What is the masculine form of the French profession "infirmière"?
infirmière
infirmiers
infirmier
infirmaire
The masculine form is "infirmier." Adding an "-e" makes it feminine: "infirmière." The other options are either plural or incorrect forms.
Which definite article correctly precedes "architecte" in the singular before a vowel?
la
le
l'
les
Because "architecte" starts with a vowel sound, the correct elided article is "l'" (l'architecte). "Le" and "la" are not used before a vowel in spoken French.
What is the feminine form of "pâtissier"?
pâtissière
pâtissier
patissière
pâtissiere
The feminine of "pâtissier" is spelled "pâtissière," adding an "-e" and retaining the circumflex accent. The other spellings omit the accent or are unchanged.
Which profession term remains identical in masculine and feminine forms?
avocat
boulanger
infirmier
architecte
"Architecte" does not change spelling between masculine and feminine. The others change: "boulanger/boulangère," "infirmier/infirmière," and "avocat/avocate."
Which of these pairs demonstrates the masculine-to-feminine change from "-eur" to "-eure"?
danseur/danseuse
serveur/serveuse
docteur/docteure
ingénieur/ingénieure
Only "ingénieur" changes to "ingénieure" with the suffix "-eure." "Serveur/serveuse" and "danseur/danseuse" use "-euse," and "docteure" is not standard.
Translate into French: "They (feminine) are becoming pharmacists."
Elles deviennent pharmaciens
Ils deviennent pharmaciennes
Elles deviennent pharmacien
Elles deviennent pharmaciennes
For a group of females, you use "Elles deviennent pharmaciennes." The noun must be in feminine plural (pharmaciennes) and the subject pronoun matches.
Which phonetic transcription correctly represents the word "journaliste" in French?
/'uʝ.no.list/
/'uʝ.na.list/
/'uʝ.nal.ist/
/'uʝ.n'.list/
The correct IPA for "journaliste" is /'uʝ.nal.ist/. The stressed syllable pattern and the clear /nal/ sequence are characteristic of the word's French pronunciation.
Fill in the blank with the correct definite article: "___ ingénieur guide le projet."
Le
L'
La
Les
Because "ingénieur" begins with a vowel sound, the elided definite article "L'" is required. "Le" and "la" are not used before vowels in pronunciation.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common French profession terms and meanings
  2. Translate job-related French vocabulary into English
  3. Match French job titles with their descriptions
  4. Apply gender rules to profession vocabulary
  5. Demonstrate correct pronunciation of profession terms

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Common French Profession Terms - Dive into the world of French careers by memorizing key profession names like "enseignant" (teacher), "médecin" (doctor), and "avocat" (lawyer). These building-block words will boost your confidence when talking about jobs in French.
  2. Learn Masculine and Feminine Forms - Uncover the difference between masculine "acteur" (actor) and feminine "actrice" (actress) forms to avoid mix-ups. Spotting these endings will sharpen your ear and ensure your sentences sound right every time.
  3. Understand Gender Agreement Rules - Learn how endings shift to match gender, like "serveur" (waiter) transforming into "serveuse" (waitress). Mastering these patterns will elevate your grammar game and help you speak like a French native.
  4. Recognize Invariable Profession Terms - Not everything changes with gender - some titles like "dentiste" and "architecte" stay the same for everyone. Knowing these exceptions prevents errors and shows you know your stuff.
  5. Practice Pronunciation of Profession Terms - Perfect your pronunciation by practicing subtle differences like the silent "t" in "avocat" versus the voiced "t" in "avocate." Clear pronunciation is key for smooth conversations with native speakers.
  6. Stay Updated on Language Evolution - Keep an eye on modern French as it welcomes new feminine versions such as "professeure" for female professors. Staying updated means you'll sound fresh and respectful of current language trends.
  7. Use Definite Articles Correctly - The little words "le" and "la" before a profession reveal gender, so saying "le médecin" vs. "la médecin" gets you the article right. Nailing these small details is essential for grammatically correct sentences.
  8. Explore Contextual Usage of Professions - Some job titles traditionally masculine now embrace feminine forms, reflecting social changes in France. Being aware of this context helps you understand news articles, podcasts, and everyday chat in French.
  9. Learn Plural Forms of Profession Terms - Making plurals like turning "enseignant" into "enseignants" might seem tricky, but it's simpler than you think. Practicing plural forms will ensure you write and speak accurately when talking about groups.
  10. Engage with Authentic Materials - Jump into movies, podcasts, and articles to hear and see profession terms used naturally. Real-world materials supercharge your learning and make the vocabulary stick.
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