Using French Descriptive Adjectives: Size, Shape, Condition Exercises

Mastering the use of descriptive adjectives is a crucial step in becoming proficient in French. Descriptive adjectives not only add depth and detail to your speech but also help you convey precise information about the size, shape, and condition of objects and people. This set of exercises focuses on enhancing your ability to use French adjectives correctly and effectively. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will provide you with the practice you need to describe the world around you with accuracy and flair. Through these exercises, you will learn to navigate the nuances of French grammar, including the agreement of adjectives in gender and number with the nouns they modify. You'll explore a variety of adjectives related to size (grand, petit), shape (rond, carré), and condition (neuf, vieux), and practice placing them in sentences. By the end of these exercises, you will be more confident in your ability to use French descriptive adjectives, making your spoken and written French more vivid and expressive. Dive in and start honing your skills today!

Exercise 1

1. Le chien est *grand* (size).

2. La table est *ronde* (shape).

3. Les élèves sont *intelligents* (condition).

4. La maison est *petite* (size).

5. Le ballon est *carré* (shape).

6. Le livre est *nouveau* (condition).

7. Les fleurs sont *belles* (condition).

8. Le chat est *gros* (size).

9. La boîte est *rectangulaire* (shape).

10. L'ordinateur est *ancien* (condition).

Exercise 2

1. Le chat est *petit* (adjective for small).

2. La maison est *grande* (adjective for big).

3. Ce livre est *épais* (adjective for thick).

4. La table est *ronde* (adjective for round).

5. La voiture est *neuve* (adjective for new).

6. Le chien est *maigre* (adjective for thin).

7. La fenêtre est *ouverte* (adjective for open).

8. Le ballon est *lourd* (adjective for heavy).

9. Le gâteau est *délicieux* (adjective for delicious).

10. Le sac est *léger* (adjective for light).

Exercise 3

1. Le chien est très *grand* (opposite of small).

2. La table est *ronde* (shape of a circle).

3. La vieille maison est en *mauvais* état (opposite of good).

4. Les enfants sont *petits* (opposite of big).

5. Mon sac est *carré* (shape with four equal sides).

6. Le livre est en *bon* état (opposite of bad).

7. Le chat a un visage *rond* (shape of a circle).

8. Le bâtiment est très *haut* (opposite of low).

9. Le canapé est *confortable* (synonym of cozy).

10. La pizza a une forme *ronde* (shape of a circle).