If you already know basic French greetings, numbers, simple verbs, and everyday phrases, A2 vocabulary is your next step. 

At the A1 level, you learn how to introduce yourself and handle very simple situations. At the A2 level, you start expressing more details. You can talk about your routine, your plans, your opinions, your past experiences, your feelings, your work, your hobbies, and everyday problems.

This guide will give you a complete French A2 vocabulary list, organized by topic, with English translations and easy examples.

You can use it to review what you already know, expand your vocabulary, and start building longer, more natural French sentences.

Let’s begin.

What Is A2 French Vocabulary?

A2 is the elementary level in French. You are still learning the basics, but you can now communicate in more everyday situations.

At A2, you should be able to talk about topics like:

Your daily routine

Your family and relationships

Your home

Your work or studies

Your hobbies

Your opinions

Your feelings

Travel and transportation

Shopping

Food and restaurants

Health

Weather

Past and future plans

Common problems

You do not need advanced vocabulary yet. But you do need words and expressions that help you express yourself more clearly.

For example:

Je suis allé au restaurant hier soir.
I went to the restaurant last night.

Je voudrais réserver une chambre pour deux nuits.
I would like to book a room for two nights.

Je pense que c’est une bonne idée.
I think it is a good idea.

Je me sens un peu fatigué aujourd’hui.
I feel a little tired today.

These sentences are still simple, but they give you more freedom than A1 French.

1. French A2 Words for Daily Life

Daily life is one of the most important topics at A2 level. These words help you talk about your routine, habits, and everyday activities.

1. La journée = The day
2. Le matin = The morning
3. L’après-midi = The afternoon
4. Le soir = The evening
5. La nuit = The night
6. Une habitude = A habit
7. La routine = Routine
8. Le réveil = Alarm clock
9. Le petit-déjeuner = Breakfast
10. Le déjeuner = Lunch
11. Le dîner = Dinner
12. Le repas = Meal
13. Une pause = A break
14. Le temps libre = Free time
15. Une activité = An activity

Useful examples:

Je me lève tôt le matin.
I get up early in the morning.

Je prends le petit-déjeuner à huit heures.
I have breakfast at eight o’clock.

Après le travail, je fais une pause.
After work, I take a break.

Le soir, j’aime regarder une série.
In the evening, I like watching a series.

2. French A2 Verbs for Everyday Conversations

At A2 level, verbs become very important because they help you create longer sentences.

16. Se lever = To get up
17. Se réveiller = To wake up
18. Se préparer = To get ready
19. S’habiller = To get dressed
20. Se coucher = To go to bed
21. Sortir = To go out, to leave
22. Rentrer = To go home, to return
23. Attendre = To wait
24. Chercher = To look for
25. Trouver = To find
26. Apporter = To bring
27. Emmener = To take someone somewhere
28. Envoyer = To send
29. Recevoir = To receive
30. Oublier = To forget
31. Se souvenir de = To remember
32. Essayer = To try
33. Décider = To decide
34. Choisir = To choose
35. Continuer = To continue

Examples:

Je cherche mes clés.
I am looking for my keys.

Elle a oublié son téléphone.
She forgot her phone.

Nous avons décidé de partir demain.
We decided to leave tomorrow.

J’essaie de parler français tous les jours.
I try to speak French every day.

3. French A2 Expressions for Giving Opinions

At A2 level, you should start expressing what you think, what you like, and what you prefer.

36. Je pense que... = I think that...
37. Je crois que... = I believe that...
38. À mon avis... = In my opinion...
39. Pour moi... = For me...
40. Je trouve que... = I find that... / I think that...
41. Je préfère... = I prefer...
42. J’aime bien... = I quite like...
43. Je n’aime pas trop... = I don’t really like...
44. Je suis d’accord. = I agree.
45. Je ne suis pas d’accord. = I disagree.
46. C’est vrai. = That’s true.
47. Ce n’est pas vrai. = That’s not true.
48. C’est une bonne idée. = That’s a good idea.
49. Ce n’est pas grave. = It’s not a big deal.
50. Ça dépend. = It depends.

Examples:

Je pense que le français est une belle langue.
I think French is a beautiful language.

À mon avis, c’est trop cher.
In my opinion, it is too expensive.

Je préfère étudier le matin.
I prefer studying in the morning.

Je suis d’accord avec toi.
I agree with you.

4. French A2 Words for Feelings and Emotions

These words help you talk about how you feel in everyday situations.

51. Content = Happy, said by a man
52. Contente = Happy, said by a woman
53. Triste = Sad
54. Fatigué = Tired, said by a man
55. Fatiguée = Tired, said by a woman
56. Stressé = Stressed, said by a man
57. Stressée = Stressed, said by a woman
58. Inquiet = Worried, said by a man
59. Inquiète = Worried, said by a woman
60. Calme = Calm
61. Énervé = Annoyed, said by a man
62. Énervée = Annoyed, said by a woman
63. Surpris = Surprised, said by a man
64. Surprise = Surprised, said by a woman
65. Heureux = Happy, said by a man
66. Heureuse = Happy, said by a woman
67. Malade = Sick
68. Déçu = Disappointed, said by a man
69. Déçue = Disappointed, said by a woman
70. Motivé = Motivated, said by a man
71. Motivée = Motivated, said by a woman

Examples:

Je suis fatiguée aujourd’hui.
I am tired today, said by a woman.

Il est stressé à cause du travail.
He is stressed because of work.

Elle est très contente de son voyage.
She is very happy about her trip.

Je me sens mieux maintenant.
I feel better now.

5. French A2 Health Vocabulary

Health vocabulary is useful for travel, daily life, and basic conversations with a doctor or pharmacist.

72. La santé = Health
73. Le médecin = Doctor
74. La pharmacie = Pharmacy
75. Le médicament = Medicine
76. Une ordonnance = Prescription
77. La douleur = Pain
78. La tête = Head
79. Le ventre = Belly
80. La gorge = Throat
81. Le dos = Back
82. La fièvre = Fever
83. La toux = Cough
84. Un rhume = A cold
85. Une allergie = An allergy
86. Un rendez-vous = An appointment

Useful expressions:

87. J’ai mal à la tête. = I have a headache.
88. J’ai mal au ventre. = I have a stomachache.
89. J’ai mal à la gorge. = I have a sore throat.
90. Je suis malade. = I am sick.
91. J’ai de la fièvre. = I have a fever.
92. Je dois aller chez le médecin. = I have to go to the doctor.

Examples:

J’ai mal à la tête depuis ce matin.
I have had a headache since this morning.

Elle va à la pharmacie pour acheter un médicament.
She is going to the pharmacy to buy medicine.

Je dois prendre rendez-vous avec le médecin.
I have to make an appointment with the doctor.

6. French A2 Travel and Vacation Vocabulary

Travel is a very common A2 topic. These words will help you talk about trips, hotels, transportation, and plans.

93. Un voyage = A trip
94. Les vacances = Vacation
95. Un touriste = A tourist
96. Une valise = A suitcase
97. Un passeport = A passport
98. Un billet = A ticket
99. Une réservation = A reservation
100. Une chambre = A room
101. Une nuit = A night
102. L’accueil = Reception, front desk
103. La clé = Key
104. Un plan = A map
105. Une adresse = An address
106. Une visite = A visit, tour
107. Un souvenir = A souvenir, memory

Useful travel expressions:

108. Je voudrais réserver une chambre. = I would like to book a room.
109. J’ai une réservation. = I have a reservation.
110. Où est la gare ? = Where is the train station?
111. Je cherche cette adresse. = I am looking for this address.
112. Je suis en vacances. = I am on vacation.
113. Bon voyage ! = Have a good trip!

Examples:

Nous partons en vacances demain.
We are leaving for vacation tomorrow.

J’ai réservé une chambre pour deux nuits.
I booked a room for two nights.

Je voudrais un billet pour Lyon.
I would like a ticket to Lyon.

7. French A2 Transportation Vocabulary

At A2 level, you should be able to talk about different ways to travel and ask for simple transportation information.

114. La voiture = Car
115. Le train = Train
116. Le bus = Bus
117. Le métro = Subway
118. Le tramway = Tram
119. Le taxi = Taxi
120. L’avion = Plane
121. Le vélo = Bike
122. La moto = Motorcycle
123. La gare = Train station
124. L’aéroport = Airport
125. L’arrêt de bus = Bus stop
126. Le quai = Platform
127. Le départ = Departure
128. L’arrivée = Arrival
129. Le retard = Delay
130. Le trajet = Journey, route

Useful examples:

Je prends le train pour aller à Paris.
I take the train to go to Paris.

Le bus est en retard.
The bus is late.

Où est l’arrêt de bus ?
Where is the bus stop?

Le train part à huit heures.
The train leaves at eight o’clock.

8. French A2 Shopping Vocabulary

Shopping vocabulary helps you ask about prices, sizes, colors, and payment.

131. Le magasin = Store
132. Le supermarché = Supermarket
133. La caisse = Checkout
134. Le prix = Price
135. Une réduction = A discount
136. Une promotion = A promotion, sale
137. Une taille = Size
138. Une pointure = Shoe size
139. La couleur = Color
140. Un reçu = Receipt
141. La carte bancaire = Bank card
142. L’argent liquide = Cash
143. Cher = Expensive
144. Pas cher = Cheap, inexpensive
145. Gratuit = Free

Useful shopping expressions:

146. C’est combien ? = How much is it?
147. Combien ça coûte ? = How much does it cost?
148. Je peux payer par carte ? = Can I pay by card?
149. Je cherche une taille plus grande. = I am looking for a bigger size.
150. Vous avez cette couleur ? = Do you have this color?
151. Je voudrais essayer ça. = I would like to try this.

Examples:

Cette robe est trop chère.
This dress is too expensive.

Je peux payer en espèces ?
Can I pay in cash?

Je cherche des chaussures noires.
I am looking for black shoes.

9. French A2 Food and Restaurant Vocabulary

At A2 level, you should be able to order food, talk about meals, and describe what you like.

152. Le menu = Menu
153. La carte = Menu
154. L’entrée = Starter, appetizer
155. Le plat principal = Main course
156. Le dessert = Dessert
157. L’addition = The bill
158. Le serveur = Waiter
159. La serveuse = Waitress
160. Une table = A table
161. Une boisson = A drink
162. Le petit-déjeuner = Breakfast
163. Le déjeuner = Lunch
164. Le dîner = Dinner
165. La cuisine française = French cuisine
166. Un pourboire = A tip

Useful restaurant expressions:

167. Je voudrais une table pour deux. = I would like a table for two.
168. Qu’est-ce que vous recommandez ? = What do you recommend?
169. Je vais prendre le poulet. = I’ll have the chicken.
170. C’était délicieux. = It was delicious.
171. L’addition, s’il vous plaît. = The bill, please.

Examples:

Je voudrais une table pour trois personnes.
I would like a table for three people.

Je vais prendre une salade et un café.
I’ll have a salad and a coffee.

Le dessert était très bon.
The dessert was very good.

10. French A2 Work and Studies Vocabulary

These words help you talk about your job, school, studies, and professional life.

172. Le travail = Work
173. Un emploi = A job
174. Un métier = A profession
175. Un bureau = An office, desk
176. Un collègue = A colleague
177. Un patron = A boss
178. Une réunion = A meeting
179. Un projet = A project
180. Un horaire = A schedule
181. Un salaire = A salary
182. Une entreprise = A company
183. Une école = A school
184. Une université = A university
185. Un examen = An exam
186. Un devoir = Homework
187. Une leçon = A lesson
188. Une matière = A school subject

Useful examples:

Je travaille dans une entreprise.
I work in a company.

J’ai une réunion à dix heures.
I have a meeting at ten o’clock.

Elle étudie à l’université.
She studies at university.

Je dois faire mes devoirs.
I have to do my homework.

11. French A2 Home and Household Vocabulary

At A2 level, you should be able to describe where you live and talk about basic household tasks.

189. Un appartement = An apartment
190. Une maison = A house
191. Une pièce = A room
192. La chambre = Bedroom
193. La cuisine = Kitchen
194. La salle de bains = Bathroom
195. Le salon = Living room
196. Le jardin = Garden
197. Le balcon = Balcony
198. Le loyer = Rent
199. Un voisin = A neighbor, male
200. Une voisine = A neighbor, female
201. Le ménage = Housework
202. La vaisselle = Dishes
203. La lessive = Laundry
204. Les courses = Groceries

Useful household expressions:

205. Faire le ménage = To clean the house
206. Faire la vaisselle = To do the dishes
207. Faire la lessive = To do the laundry
208. Faire les courses = To go grocery shopping
209. Ranger la chambre = To tidy the bedroom

Examples:

J’habite dans un petit appartement.
I live in a small apartment.

Le samedi, je fais les courses.
On Saturdays, I go grocery shopping.

Elle fait la vaisselle après le dîner.
She does the dishes after dinner.

12. French A2 Hobbies and Free Time Vocabulary

These words help you talk about what you enjoy doing.

210. Un loisir = A hobby
211. Le sport = Sport
212. La musique = Music
213. Le cinéma = Cinema
214. La lecture = Reading
215. La cuisine = Cooking
216. Le voyage = Travel
217. La photographie = Photography
218. La danse = Dance
219. Le dessin = Drawing
220. Une promenade = A walk
221. Une série = A series, TV show
222. Un film = A movie
223. Un livre = A book
224. Une chanson = A song

Useful expressions:

225. J’aime faire du sport. = I like doing sports.
226. J’aime écouter de la musique. = I like listening to music.
227. J’aime regarder des films. = I like watching movies.
228. Je fais de la photographie. = I do photography.
229. Je joue au tennis. = I play tennis.
230. Je joue de la guitare. = I play guitar.

Examples:

Pendant mon temps libre, j’aime lire.
In my free time, I like reading.

Nous allons au cinéma ce soir.
We are going to the movies tonight.

Elle joue du piano depuis deux ans.
She has been playing piano for two years.

13. French A2 Technology and Communication Vocabulary

These words are useful for everyday life, texting, emails, and online communication.

231. Le téléphone = Phone
232. Le portable = Cell phone
233. L’ordinateur = Computer
234. Une tablette = Tablet
235. Internet = Internet
236. Un site web = Website
237. Un e-mail = Email
238. Un message = Message
239. Un appel = Call
240. Une photo = Photo
241. Une vidéo = Video
242. Un mot de passe = Password
243. Une application = App
244. Les réseaux sociaux = Social media

Useful examples:

Je dois envoyer un e-mail.
I have to send an email.

J’ai oublié mon mot de passe.
I forgot my password.

Elle regarde une vidéo en français.
She is watching a video in French.

Tu peux m’envoyer un message ?
Can you send me a message?

14. French A2 Weather and Seasons Vocabulary

Weather is useful for small talk, travel, and daily conversation.

245. Le temps = Weather, time
246. La météo = Weather forecast
247. Le soleil = Sun
248. La pluie = Rain
249. La neige = Snow
250. Le vent = Wind
251. Un nuage = A cloud
252. Le ciel = Sky
253. Le printemps = Spring
254. L’été = Summer
255. L’automne = Fall, autumn
256. L’hiver = Winter

Useful weather expressions:

257. Il fait beau. = The weather is nice.
258. Il fait chaud. = It is hot.
259. Il fait froid. = It is cold.
260. Il pleut. = It is raining.
261. Il neige. = It is snowing.
262. Il y a du vent. = It is windy.
263. Le ciel est bleu. = The sky is blue.

Examples:

Il fait froid en hiver.
It is cold in winter.

Demain, il va pleuvoir.
Tomorrow, it is going to rain.

J’aime l’été parce qu’il fait chaud.
I like summer because it is hot.

15. French A2 Time and Frequency Words

These words help you talk about when things happen and how often you do something.

264. Toujours = Always
265. Souvent = Often
266. Parfois = Sometimes
267. Quelquefois = Sometimes
268. Rarement = Rarely
269. Jamais = Never
270. Déjà = Already
271. Encore = Again, still
272. Bientôt = Soon
273. Tôt = Early
274. Tard = Late
275. Chaque jour = Every day
276. Chaque semaine = Every week
277. Une fois par semaine = Once a week
278. Deux fois par mois = Twice a month

Examples:

Je fais du sport deux fois par semaine.
I exercise twice a week.

Elle arrive toujours tôt.
She always arrives early.

Je n’ai jamais visité Lyon.
I have never visited Lyon.

Nous allons bientôt partir.
We are going to leave soon.

16. French A2 Connectors to Build Longer Sentences

Connectors are essential at A2 because they help you stop speaking in very short sentences.

279. Et = And
280. Mais = But
281. Parce que = Because
282. Donc = So, therefore
283. Puis = Then
284. Ensuite = Then, next
285. Après = After
286. Avant = Before
287. Quand = When
288. Si = If
289. Comme = As, since, like
290. Même si = Even if
291. Par contre = However, on the other hand
292. En plus = In addition, also
293. D’abord = First
294. Enfin = Finally, at last

Examples:

Je veux apprendre le français parce que j’aime voyager.
I want to learn French because I like traveling.

Je suis fatigué, mais je dois travailler.
I am tired, but I have to work.

D’abord, je prends le petit-déjeuner. Ensuite, je vais au travail.
First, I have breakfast. Then, I go to work.

Si tu veux, on peut partir maintenant.
If you want, we can leave now.

17. French A2 Expressions for Problems and Help

These expressions are very practical when something goes wrong.

295. J’ai un problème. = I have a problem.
296. Je ne comprends pas. = I don’t understand.
297. Je ne sais pas. = I don’t know.
298. Je suis perdu. = I am lost, said by a man.
299. Je suis perdue. = I am lost, said by a woman.
300. Pouvez-vous m’aider ? = Can you help me?
301. Tu peux répéter ? = Can you repeat?
302. Parlez plus lentement, s’il vous plaît. = Please speak more slowly.
303. Je cherche... = I am looking for...
304. J’ai besoin d’aide. = I need help.
305. Ça ne marche pas. = It doesn’t work.
306. Il y a une erreur. = There is a mistake.
307. Ce n’est pas possible. = It is not possible.

Examples:

Excusez-moi, je suis perdue.
Excuse me, I am lost, said by a woman.

Pouvez-vous m’aider, s’il vous plaît ?
Can you help me, please?

Ça ne marche pas.
It doesn’t work.

Je cherche la gare.
I am looking for the train station.

18. French A2 Adjectives to Describe People and Things

These adjectives help you express more detail.

308. Gentil = Kind, nice
309. Méchant = Mean
310. Drôle = Funny
311. Sérieux = Serious
312. Timide = Shy
313. Sympa = Nice, friendly
314. Intéressant = Interesting
315. Ennuyeux = Boring
316. Pratique = Practical
317. Confortable = Comfortable
318. Propre = Clean
319. Sale = Dirty
320. Rapide = Fast
321. Lent = Slow
322. Facile = Easy
323. Difficile = Difficult
324. Possible = Possible
325. Impossible = Impossible

Examples:

Ce livre est intéressant.
This book is interesting.

L’appartement est propre et confortable.
The apartment is clean and comfortable.

Mon professeur est très sympa.
My teacher is very nice.

Cette règle est difficile.
This rule is difficult.

How Many Words Should You Know at A2 in French?

There is no exact number, but at A2 level, you should know enough vocabulary to manage common everyday situations and talk about familiar topics.

You should be able to:

Introduce yourself with more detail

Talk about your routine

Describe your family, home, work, and hobbies

Ask for directions

Order food at a restaurant

Make simple plans

Talk about past events in a basic way

Talk about future plans

Give your opinion

Explain a simple problem

Ask for help

Understand common signs and messages

At this level, vocabulary is not just about knowing individual words. It is about using them in simple sentences.

For example, instead of only memorizing:

réservation = reservation

Learn:

J’ai une réservation pour deux nuits.
I have a reservation for two nights.

Instead of only memorizing:

fatigué = tired

Learn:

Je suis fatigué parce que j’ai beaucoup travaillé.
I am tired because I worked a lot.

This is how your French starts to sound more natural.

How to Study French A2 Vocabulary

The best way to study A2 vocabulary is to organize words by topic and practice them in context.

Do not try to memorize everything in one sitting. Choose one category at a time.

For example, one week you can focus on travel vocabulary.

Practice sentences like:

Je voudrais réserver une chambre.
I would like to book a room.

Je prends le train demain matin.
I am taking the train tomorrow morning.

J’ai oublié mon passeport.
I forgot my passport.

The next week, focus on opinions.

Practice:

Je pense que c’est intéressant.
I think it is interesting.

Je préfère étudier le soir.
I prefer studying in the evening.

Je ne suis pas d’accord.
I disagree.

A simple study routine could look like this:

Choose 10 to 15 words from one topic.

Read them out loud.

Write three sentences using the new words.

Listen to a short French dialogue on the same topic.

Repeat useful phrases out loud.

Review the words again the next day.

Vocabulary becomes easier when you see it, hear it, write it, and say it.

Common Mistakes With French A2 Vocabulary

Learning Words Without Phrases

A word is much easier to remember when you learn it inside a phrase.

Instead of only learning:

retard = delay

Learn:

Le train est en retard.
The train is late.

Instead of only learning:

addition = bill

Learn:

L’addition, s’il vous plaît.
The bill, please.

Forgetting Prepositions

Some French words need specific prepositions.

For example:

J’ai besoin de...
I need...

Je pense à...
I am thinking about...

Je parle avec...
I am speaking with...

Je vais chez...
I am going to someone’s place.

Examples:

J’ai besoin d’aide.
I need help.

Je pense à mon voyage.
I am thinking about my trip.

Je vais chez le médecin.
I am going to the doctor.

Translating Directly From English

French and English do not always use the same structure.

In English, you say:

I miss my family.

In French, you say:

Ma famille me manque.

Literally, this means “my family is missing to me.”

Another example:

I am cold.

In French:

J’ai froid.

Not:

Je suis froid.

Ignoring Masculine and Feminine Forms

Many adjectives change depending on who or what you are describing.

Examples:

Il est fatigué.
He is tired.

Elle est fatiguée.
She is tired.

Un appartement propre.
A clean apartment.

Une maison propre.
A clean house.

Some adjectives do not change in pronunciation, but they still change in writing.

A2 French Vocabulary Practice Exercise

Try translating these sentences into French.

1. I am looking for the train station.
2. I would like to book a room.
3. The bus is late.
4. I think it is a good idea.
5. I am tired because I worked a lot.
6. Can you help me?
7. I go grocery shopping every Saturday.
8. She is going to the doctor.
9. We are going to leave tomorrow.
10. The apartment is comfortable.

Answers:

1. Je cherche la gare.
2. Je voudrais réserver une chambre.
3. Le bus est en retard.
4. Je pense que c’est une bonne idée.
5. Je suis fatigué parce que j’ai beaucoup travaillé.
   For a woman: Je suis fatiguée parce que j’ai beaucoup travaillé.
6. Pouvez-vous m’aider ?
   Informal: Tu peux m’aider ?
7. Je fais les courses tous les samedis.
8. Elle va chez le médecin.
9. Nous allons partir demain.
10. L’appartement est confortable.

A Simple A2 French Paragraph Using This Vocabulary

Here is a short A2-level paragraph using many words from this list:

Bonjour, je m’appelle Emma. J’habite dans un petit appartement près du centre-ville. Je travaille dans une entreprise et j’ai souvent des réunions le matin. Après le travail, je fais les courses ou je rentre à la maison pour me reposer. Le week-end, j’aime aller au restaurant avec mes amis. La semaine prochaine, je vais partir en vacances en France. J’ai déjà réservé une chambre à l’hôtel, mais je dois encore acheter mon billet de train.

Translation:

Hello, my name is Emma. I live in a small apartment near the city center. I work in a company and I often have meetings in the morning. After work, I go grocery shopping or I go home to rest. On the weekend, I like going to the restaurant with my friends. Next week, I am going on vacation to France. I have already booked a hotel room, but I still need to buy my train ticket.

This is a good example of what A2 French can look like: simple, clear, and practical.

Keep Building Your French A2 Vocabulary

French A2 vocabulary helps you move beyond basic survival phrases and start expressing real ideas.

Focus on the topics you use most: daily routine, travel, shopping, restaurants, work, hobbies, feelings, health, and opinions. Then practice the words in sentences instead of memorizing them alone.

At A2, your goal is to become more comfortable with everyday French. The more you repeat these words in context, the easier it becomes to understand conversations and speak with more confidence.