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What are examples of french false cognates?

Here are some examples of French false cognates, along with their actual meanings and English words they resemble:

Appearance/Sound:

* **"Actually" (Actually) - *Actually* (In reality)

* **"Attendant" (Attendant) - *Assistant* (Helper)

* **"Chef" (Chef) - *Head* (Leader)

* **"Compromis" (Compromise) - *Agreement* (Settlement)

* **"Déjeuner" (Lunch) - *Breakfast* (Morning meal)

* **"Entrée" (Main course) - *Appetizer* (Starter)

* **"Exercice" (Exercise) - *Practice* (Repetition)

* **"Libraire" (Bookseller) - *Librarian* (Library worker)

* **"Sympathique" (Friendly) - *Sympathetic* (Feeling compassion)

Meaning:

* **"Agenda" (Schedule) - *Agenda* (List of items to be discussed)

* **"Argument" (Debate) - *Argument* (Reason given)

* **"Bureau" (Desk) - *Bureau* (Office)

* **"Chapeau" (Hat) - *Chapter* (Section of a book)

* **"Chien" (Dog) - *Chain* (Linked metal)

* **"Conférence" (Conference) - *Conference* (Meeting for discussion)

* **"Costume" (Suit) - *Costume* (Outfit for a performance)

* **"Défense" (Defense) - *Defense* (Action to protect)

* **"Désert" (Desert) - *Dessert* (Sweet course)

* **"Histoire" (History) - *Story* (Narrative)

* **"Lecture" (Reading) - *Lecture* (Formal talk)

* **"Magazine" (Store) - *Magazine* (Periodical publication)

* **"Prestige" (Prestige) - *Prestige* (Reputation for excellence)

* **"Recette" (Recipe) - *Receipt* (Proof of purchase)

* **"Réunion" (Meeting) - *Reunion* (Gathering of people)

* **"Secrétaire" (Secretary) - *Secretary* (Administrative assistant)

* **"Symphonie" (Symphony) - *Symphony* (Large orchestral composition)

* **"Toilette" (Toilet) - *Toilet* (Bathroom)

* **"Travail" (Work) - *Work* (Effort)

These are just a few examples. It's always a good idea to be careful when encountering words that seem familiar, and consult a dictionary if you're unsure of their meaning in French.

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