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The General Rule: After the Noun

In French, the default position for adjectives is after the noun they describe. This is especially true for adjectives describing color, shape, religion, and nationality. Practice this with PrepMyFrench exercises to build your intuition.

ColorsUn chat noir
ShapesUne table ronde
NationalitiesUn film français
ReligionUne fête catholique

The BANGS Exception

B
BeautyBeau / Joli
A
AgeJeune / Vieux
G
GoodnessBon / Mauvais
S
SizePetit / Grand

Meaning Shifters

AdjectiveBefore Noun (Figurative/Subjective)After Noun (Literal/Objective)
AncienAncien élève (Former student)Meuble ancien (Antique furniture)
CherCher ami (Dear friend)Livre cher (Expensive book)
PropreMa propre chambre (My own room)Une chambre propre (A clean room)

Pro Tip

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