Animal Names in French Kids Love to Say
Roaring like a lion or oinking like a cochon makes French practice irresistible. Use sounds, movements, and Dinolingo’s multimedia magic to anchor each new word in memory.
1. Zoo Favorites
| French | English | Sound/Action |
|---|---|---|
| le lion | lion | Hands as mane, roar |
| l’éléphant | elephant | Arm trunk swing |
| le singe | monkey | Scratch underarms, “oo‑oo” |
| le zèbre | zebra | Gallop in place |
| l’ours | bear | Big hug pose |
2. Farmyard Friends
| French | English | Sound/Action |
|---|---|---|
| la vache | cow | “Moo” with big eyes |
| le mouton | sheep | “Baa” and hop |
| le cheval | horse | Clip‑clop clap |
| le cochon | pig | Snort softly |
| le canard | duck | Waddle & quack |
3. Woodland & Garden Critters
| French | English | Sound/Action |
|---|---|---|
| le lapin | rabbit | Finger bunny ears |
| l’écureuil | squirrel | Nut‑holding pose |
| la grenouille | frog | Squat jump “croa” |
| l’oiseau | bird | Flap arms take‑off |
| la tortue | turtle | Slow walking motion |
Practice five animals a day—see, say, act, and move. Ten lively minutes trump an hour of silent drilling.
Dinolingo Power Features
One lesson in the Dinolingo French course lets kids match animal sounds to native pronunciation, tap the correct picture, and earn instant stars.
• 40 000+ interactive videos, songs, and AR flashcards bring each creature to life.
• Parent Dashboard tracks pronunciation scores and unlocks surprise badges every time a new word set hits 90 % accuracy.
• Offline kit includes printable zoo posters and animal bingo boards for screen‑free play.
• Want more themed packs? Browse the Dinolingo language courses page to download extra coloring sheets featuring jungle and ocean animals.
Micro‑Games to Reinforce Vocabulary
• Mystery Bag – Pull a toy, act its sound; partner names it in French.
• Animal Yoga – Pose like the word you hear: chat = cat stretch, ours = bear stand.
• Bingo Sprint – Call French names; kids cover images with tokens.
Final Thoughts
Animals spark imagination, making French words stick through laughter and movement. Pair these playful games with Dinolingo’s gamified lessons, and soon your child will spot a zèbre in every striped crosswalk!
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