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How to Say "House" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"House" in French 路 say it like meh-zon

The most natural way to say "House" in French is maison. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

habitation
more formal, often used in legal contexts
logement
used when referring to housing in general

When to use it

Use 'maison' when talking about a home or a physical building where people live. It is the most common term for house in everyday conversation. You can use it in both formal and informal contexts.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
J'habite dans une maison 脿 la campagne.I live in a house in the countryside.
Cette maison est tr猫s ancienne.This house is very old.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'maison' with 'appartement', which means apartment.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear maison, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking French with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'maison' and 'habitation'?

'Maison' refers specifically to a house, while 'habitation' is a broader term that can refer to any type of dwelling.

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