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"Table" in French: table
la table
Table in French is la table, feminine, said TAH-bluh. À table means dinner's ready / come to the table. Sur la table is on the table. Réserver une table is book a table at a restaurant.
Calling the family
À table ! La soupe refroidit.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce table
Say it
TAH-bluh
/tabl/
TAH-bluh. A as in father. Final e is a light uh. The soft French l stays clear before e.
"Table" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la table | the table Furniture or restaurant table. | Furniture or restaurant table. |
| à table | come eat / at the table Call to start the meal. | Call to start the meal. |
| sur la table | on the table Location of objects. | Location of objects. |
| réserver une table | to book a table Restaurants. | Restaurants. |
How to use table in real life
- 1Calling the family
À table ! La soupe refroidit.
Come to the table! The soup is getting cold.
À table is the classic mealtime shout.
- 2Clearing up
Tu ranges les assiettes sur la table ?
Are you putting the plates on the table?
Sur la table for placement.
- 3Restaurant booking
On a réservé une table pour deux à vingt heures.
We booked a table for two at eight p.m.
Une table pour + number.
Mistakes English speakers make with table
Incorrect: Le table est grande.
Correct: La table est grande.
Table is feminine: la table.
Incorrect: Mets ça in the table.
Correct: Mets ça sur la table.
Use sur la table for on the table.
Good to know
À table structures family life: someone calls, everyone sits, phones often disappear. In restaurants, une table en terrasse is a prized outdoor spot in summer.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Hosting friends for dinner
ChatPal
Vous mettez le pain sur la table ?
Will you put the bread on the table?
You
Oui. Je dresse la table en deux minutes.
Yes. I'll set the table in two minutes.
ChatPal
Parfait. À table dans cinq minutes !
Perfect. To the table in five minutes!
You
J'arrive, j'apporte l'eau.
Coming; I'm bringing the water.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Table" in French
What does à table mean?
Come to the table / dinner is ready. It calls people to eat.
How do I book a restaurant table?
Réserver une table, or j'aimerais réserver une table pour…
Is table feminine?
Yes: la table.
How do you pronounce table?
TAH-bluh, with a light final e.
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