Zodiac Signs in French: All 12 Names, Spelling and Pronunciation
The 12 zodiac signs in French are Bélier (Aries), Taureau (Taurus), Gémeaux (Gemini), Cancer (Cancer), Lion (Leo), Vierge (Virgo), Balance (Libra), Scorpion (Scorpio), Sagittaire (Sagittarius), Capricorne (Capricorn), Verseau (Aquarius) and Poissons (Pisces).
Most French sign names translate the symbol instead of keeping the Latin name. Aries becomes Bélier (the ram), Libra becomes Balance (the scales), and Aquarius becomes Verseau (the one who pours water). Whether you are learning French, planning a trip or just curious about astrology vocabulary, this guide gives you the spelling, pronunciation (with audio and IPA), article and gender, ruling planet, element, date range and an example sentence for every sign.
Not sure which sign is yours? Use our Birth Chart Calculator to find it, then come back to learn its French name.
All 12 Zodiac Signs in French: Quick Reference Table
| # | English | French | With article | Listen | Pronunciation | IPA | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aries | Bélier | le Bélier | bay-LYAY | /be.lje/ | Mar 21 – Apr 19 | |
| 2 | Taurus | Taureau | le Taureau | toh-ROH | /to.ʁo/ | Apr 20 – May 20 | |
| 3 | Gemini | Gémeaux | les Gémeaux | zhay-MOH | /ʒe.mo/ | May 21 – Jun 20 | |
| 4 | Cancer | Cancer | le Cancer | kahn-SAIR | /kɑ̃.sɛʁ/ | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | |
| 5 | Leo | Lion | le Lion | lee-OH(N) | /ljɔ̃/ | Jul 23 – Aug 22 | |
| 6 | Virgo | Vierge | la Vierge | vee-AIRZH | /vjɛʁʒ/ | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | |
| 7 | Libra | Balance | la Balance | bah-LAHNS | /ba.lɑ̃s/ | Sep 23 – Oct 22 | |
| 8 | Scorpio | Scorpion | le Scorpion | skor-pee-OH(N) | /skɔʁ.pjɔ̃/ | Oct 23 – Nov 21 | |
| 9 | Sagittarius | Sagittaire | le Sagittaire | sa-zhee-TAIR | /sa.ʒi.tɛʁ/ | Nov 22 – Dec 21 | |
| 10 | Capricorn | Capricorne | le Capricorne | ka-pree-KORN | /ka.pʁi.kɔʁn/ | Dec 22 – Jan 19 | |
| 11 | Aquarius | Verseau | le Verseau | vair-SOH | /vɛʁ.so/ | Jan 20 – Feb 18 | |
| 12 | Pisces | Poissons | les Poissons | pwah-SOH(N) | /pwa.sɔ̃/ | Feb 19 – Mar 20 |
Note: In French you do not use an article after je suis when you name your sign: say Je suis Gémeaux, Je suis Balance or Je suis Poissons. See the grammar section below for capitalization.
According to Britannica’s definition of the zodiac, the twelve signs mark equal divisions of the sky along the sun’s apparent yearly path — the same twelve divisions each of these French names refers to.
Are Zodiac Signs Capitalized in French?
French usage is not fully fixed. A capital letter is common when the name refers to the sign itself, as in le signe du Bélier or l’horoscope du Verseau, and many writers also capitalize it for a person’s sign (Je suis Bélier). Lowercase appears too in everyday writing (je suis bélier). Both forms are understood, so pick one style and use it consistently.
Grammar Rules for Zodiac Signs in French
No article after je suis. Say Je suis Balance, not Je suis la Balance.
Gémeaux and Poissons are plural. They stay plural even for one person: Il est Gémeaux, Elle est Poissons.
The sign name does not change with gender. Both Il est Lion and Elle est Lion are correct.
Use the right article when naming the sign itself: le Bélier, le Taureau, les Gémeaux, le Cancer, le Lion, la Vierge, la Balance, le Scorpion, le Sagittaire, le Capricorne, le Verseau, les Poissons.
Born Under the Sign Of: Phrases for Each Sign
| Sign | Born under the sign of… | Horoscope of… |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | sous le signe du Bélier | l’horoscope du Bélier |
| Taurus | sous le signe du Taureau | l’horoscope du Taureau |
| Gemini | sous le signe des Gémeaux | l’horoscope des Gémeaux |
| Cancer | sous le signe du Cancer | l’horoscope du Cancer |
| Leo | sous le signe du Lion | l’horoscope du Lion |
| Virgo | sous le signe de la Vierge | l’horoscope de la Vierge |
| Libra | sous le signe de la Balance | l’horoscope de la Balance |
| Scorpio | sous le signe du Scorpion | l’horoscope du Scorpion |
| Sagittarius | sous le signe du Sagittaire | l’horoscope du Sagittaire |
| Capricorn | sous le signe du Capricorne | l’horoscope du Capricorne |
| Aquarius | sous le signe du Verseau | l’horoscope du Verseau |
| Pisces | sous le signe des Poissons | l’horoscope des Poissons |
Full sentence: Je suis né(e) sous le signe de la Balance (I was born under the sign of Libra).
Star Signs in French (Signes Astrologiques)
In French, a star sign is un signe astrologique or un signe du zodiaque. English “star sign”, “zodiac sign” and “astrological sign” all translate to signe. Astrology is l’astrologie, the zodiac is le zodiaque, and the twelve signs together are les douze signes du zodiaque. Your sun sign is ton signe solaire.
How to Ask “What Is Your Zodiac Sign?” in French
| English | French |
|---|---|
| What is your zodiac sign? | Quel est ton signe astrologique ? or Quel est ton signe du zodiaque ? |
| What is your star sign? (casual) | Tu es de quel signe ? |
| What is your star sign? (formal) | Quel est votre signe ? |
| What is his / her sign? | Quel est son signe ? |
| My zodiac sign is Scorpio. | Mon signe astrologique est Scorpion. |
| I am an Aries. | Je suis Bélier. |
| He is a Leo. | Il est Lion. |
| His star sign is Scorpio. | Son signe astrologique est Scorpion. |
| Are you a Libra? | Tu es Balance ? |
| I was born under the sign of Libra. | Je suis né(e) sous le signe de la Balance. |
| What is a zodiac sign? | Qu’est-ce qu’un signe du zodiaque ? |
| Zodiac signs in French | Les signes du zodiaque en français |
| Horoscope in French | L’horoscope en français |
All 12 Zodiac Signs in French ( Les signes du zodiaque et les signes astrologiques ) — Detailed Guide
1. Aries in French — Bélier (March 21 – April 19)
How to spell Aries in French: B-É-L-I-E-R
Aries in French is Bélier (le Bélier, pronounced bay-LYAY), literally “the ram”. Say it like this: Je suis Bélier.
— hear “Bélier” pronounced in FrenchThe French word bélier literally means “ram” — the same animal symbol as Aries. Unlike English, which kept the Latin name, French translated it directly. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, ruled by Mars and belonging to the Fire element. Bold, energetic, and pioneering, Bélier natives are natural leaders who move first and think later — a trait that makes them exciting but occasionally impulsive.
“Je suis bélier, né le 5 avril.” — I am an Aries, born on April 5th.
Key vocabulary: le bélier (the ram / Aries), le signe du bélier (the sign of Aries), l’horoscope du bélier (the Aries horoscope).
Learn more about Aries
2. Taurus in French — Taureau (April 20 – May 20)
How to spell Taurus in French: T-A-U-R-E-A-U
Taurus in French is Taureau (le Taureau, pronounced toh-ROH), literally “the bull”. Say it like this: Je suis Taureau.
— hear “Taureau” pronounced in FrenchTaureau means “bull” in French — again, a direct translation of the Latin. Ruled by Venus and belonging to the Earth element, Taureau natives are grounded, loyal, and patient. They value comfort, stability, and the finer things in life, though their determination can tip into stubbornness. The pronunciation is toh-ROH.
“Mon ami est taureau — il est très calme et fiable.” — My friend is a Taurus — he’s very calm and reliable.
Learn More about Taurus.
3. Gemini in French — Gémeaux (May 21 – June 20)
How to spell Gemini in French: G-É-M-E-A-U-X
Gemini in French is Gémeaux (les Gémeaux, pronounced zhay-MOH), literally “the twins”. It is plural and the final X is silent. Say it like this: Je suis Gémeaux.
— hear “Gémeaux” pronounced in FrenchGémeaux comes from the Latin geminus, meaning “twins.” Note the X at the end — it’s silent, as is common in French plurals. Ruled by Mercury and belonging to the Air element, Gémeaux natives are curious, adaptable, and quick-witted communicators whose dual nature makes them equally comfortable in many different social circles.
“Les gémeaux sont connus pour leur curiosité.” — Gemini are known for their curiosity.
Learn More about Gemini.
4. Cancer in French — Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
How to spell Cancer in French: C-A-N-C-E-R
Cancer in French is Cancer (le Cancer, pronounced kahn-SAIR), literally “the crab”. The spelling is the same as English; only the pronunciation changes. Say it like this: Je suis Cancer.
— hear “Cancer” pronounced in FrenchInterestingly, Cancer is spelled the same way in both French and English. The pronunciation differs slightly: in French it’s kahn-SAIR. Ruled by the Moon and belonging to the Water element, the crab symbol represents deep sensitivity, intuition, and strong family bonds — Cancer natives feel emotions intensely and protect the people they love fiercely.
“Ma sœur est cancer — elle est très protectrice.” — My sister is a Cancer — she’s very protective.
Learn More about Cancer.
5. Leo in French — Lion (July 23 – August 22)
How to spell Leo in French: L-I-O-N
Leo in French is Lion (le Lion, pronounced lee-OH(N)), literally “the lion”. Say it like this: Je suis Lion.
— hear “Lion” pronounced in FrenchLion is the direct French translation for “lion” — no surprise there. Ruled by the Sun and belonging to the Fire element, Lion natives are celebrated for their confidence, charisma, and generosity. To say “my zodiac sign is Leo” in French: “Mon signe est lion.”
“Il est lion — il adore être au centre de l’attention.” — He is a Leo — he loves being the center of attention.
Learn More about Leo.
6. Virgo in French — Vierge (August 23 – September 22)
How to spell Virgo in French: V-I-E-R-G-E
Virgo in French is Vierge (la Vierge, pronounced vee-AIRZH), literally “the maiden” or “virgin”. Say it like this: Je suis Vierge.
— hear “Vierge” pronounced in FrenchVierge means “virgin” in French — a direct translation of the Latin Virgo. Ruled by Mercury and belonging to the Earth element, Vierge natives are analytical, detail-oriented, and reliable. The Maiden symbol (la vierge) represents harvest and wisdom, and Virgos are often the quiet perfectionists who notice what everyone else misses.
“Elle est vierge — toujours organisée et précise.” — She is a Virgo — always organized and precise.
Learn More about Virgo.
7. Libra in French — Balance (September 23 – October 22)
How to spell Libra in French: B-A-L-A-N-C-E
Libra in French is Balance (la Balance, pronounced bah-LAHNS), literally “the scales”. Say it like this: Je suis Balance.
— hear “Balance” pronounced in FrenchBalance in French means “scale” or “balance” — perfectly matching Libra’s symbol of the scales of justice. Ruled by Venus and belonging to the Air element, Balance natives are known for their diplomacy, fairness, and social grace, though weighing every option can sometimes tip into indecision.
“Mon signe est balance — j’aime l’harmonie et la justice.” — My sign is Libra — I love harmony and justice.
Learn More about Libra.
8. Scorpio in French — Scorpion (October 23 – November 21)
How to spell Scorpio in French: S-C-O-R-P-I-O-N
Scorpio in French is Scorpion (le Scorpion, pronounced skor-pee-OH(N)), literally “the scorpion”. Say it like this: Je suis Scorpion.
— hear “Scorpion” pronounced in FrenchScorpion looks almost identical to English, but note the French version keeps the full word “scorpion” rather than shortening it to “scorpio.” Ruled by Mars and Pluto, and belonging to the Water element, Scorpion natives are known for their intensity, passion, and determination — private by nature, but deeply loyal once trust is earned.
“Je suis scorpion — je suis passionné et mystérieux.” — I am a Scorpio — I am passionate and mysterious.
Learn more about Scorpio.
9. Sagittarius in French — Sagittaire (November 22 – December 21)
How to spell Sagittarius in French: S-A-G-I-T-T-A-I-R-E
Sagittarius in French is Sagittaire (le Sagittaire, pronounced sa-zhee-TAIR), literally “the archer”. Say it like this: Je suis Sagittaire.
— hear “Sagittaire” pronounced in FrenchSagittaire is the French form of Sagittarius, derived from Latin meaning “archer.” The pronunciation is sa-zhee-TAIR. Ruled by Jupiter and belonging to the Fire element, Sagittaire natives are adventurous, optimistic, and philosophical — freedom-loving truth-tellers who would rather explore than settle.
“Mon frère sagittaire voyage constamment.” — My Sagittarius brother travels constantly.
Learn more about Sagittarius.
10. Capricorn in French — Capricorne (December 22 – January 19)
How to spell Capricorn in French: C-A-P-R-I-C-O-R-N-E
Capricorn in French is Capricorne (le Capricorne, pronounced ka-pree-KORN): the English word with a final E. Say it like this: Je suis Capricorne.
— hear “Capricorne” pronounced in FrenchCapricorne is very close to the English “Capricorn” — just add an E at the end. Ruled by Saturn and belonging to the Earth element, the sea-goat symbol represents ambition, discipline, and practicality. Capricorne natives are patient long-term planners who build success methodically rather than chasing shortcuts.
“Elle est capricorne — très ambitieuse et travailleuse.” — She is a Capricorn — very ambitious and hardworking.
Learn more about Capricorn.
11. Aquarius in French — Verseau (January 20 – February 18)
How to spell Aquarius in French: V-E-R-S-E-A-U
Aquarius in French is Verseau (le Verseau, pronounced vair-SOH), literally “the one who pours water”, from verser de l’eau. Say it like this: Je suis Verseau.
— hear “Verseau” pronounced in FrenchThis one surprises many people: Verseau doesn’t look anything like “Aquarius.” It comes from “verser de l’eau” — to pour water. The pronunciation is vair-SOH. Ruled by Saturn and Uranus, and belonging to the Air element, Verseau natives are innovative, humanitarian, and fiercely independent — original thinkers who value individuality over convention.
“Verseau — le signe des innovateurs et des idéalistes.” — Aquarius — the sign of innovators and idealists.
Learn more about Aquarius.
12. Pisces in French — Poissons (February 19 – March 20)
How to spell Pisces in French: P-O-I-S-S-O-N-S
Pisces in French is Poissons (les Poissons, pronounced pwah-SOH(N)), literally “the fish”. It is plural. Say it like this: Je suis Poissons.
— hear “Poissons” pronounced in FrenchPoissons simply means “fish” in French (plural) — a direct translation of the Latin Pisces. The pronunciation is pwah-SOH(N). Ruled by Neptune and Jupiter, and belonging to the Water element, Poissons natives are empathetic, creative, and deeply intuitive — dreamers who absorb the emotions of everyone around them.
“Je suis poissons — je suis sensible et créatif.” — I am a Pisces — I am sensitive and creative.
Learn more about Pisces.
Find Your Zodiac Sign in French by Birth Date
To find your French zodiac sign, match your birthday to the table below. Each month has two signs, and the sign changes on the date shown. For example, someone born on January 31 is Aquarius in English and Verseau in French.
| Month (French) | Until… | From… |
|---|---|---|
| January (janvier) | Capricorne, until Jan 19 | Verseau (Aquarius), from Jan 20 |
| February (février) | Verseau, until Feb 18 | Poissons (Pisces), from Feb 19 |
| March (mars) | Poissons, until Mar 20 | Bélier (Aries), from Mar 21 |
| April (avril) | Bélier, until Apr 19 | Taureau (Taurus), from Apr 20 |
| May (mai) | Taureau, until May 20 | Gémeaux (Gemini), from May 21 |
| June (juin) | Gémeaux, until Jun 20 | Cancer (Cancer), from Jun 21 |
| July (juillet) | Cancer, until Jul 22 | Lion (Leo), from Jul 23 |
| August (août) | Lion, until Aug 22 | Vierge (Virgo), from Aug 23 |
| September (septembre) | Vierge, until Sep 22 | Balance (Libra), from Sep 23 |
| October (octobre) | Balance, until Oct 22 | Scorpion (Scorpio), from Oct 23 |
| November (novembre) | Scorpion, until Nov 21 | Sagittaire (Sagittarius), from Nov 22 |
| December (décembre) | Sagittaire, until Dec 21 | Capricorne (Capricorn), from Dec 22 |
Zodiac Sign Examples by Date in French
| Birthday | English sign | French sign | Example sentence |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 31 | Aquarius | Verseau | Je suis né(e) le 31 janvier, donc je suis Verseau. |
| March 22 | Aries | Bélier | Je suis né(e) le 22 mars, donc je suis Bélier. |
| April 2 | Aries | Bélier | Je suis né(e) le 2 avril, donc je suis Bélier. |
| July 25 | Leo | Lion | Je suis né(e) le 25 juillet, donc je suis Lion. |
| August 10 | Leo | Lion | Je suis né(e) le 10 août, donc je suis Lion. |
| December 5 | Sagittarius | Sagittaire | Je suis né(e) le 5 décembre, donc je suis Sagittaire. |
Cusp note
These are the usual Western date ranges. The exact moment a sign changes can shift by a day from year to year, so if you were born on the first or last day of a sign, check your exact birth date and time with our Birth Chart Calculator.
Horoscope in French: Key Words and Phrases
“Horoscope” in French is l’horoscope (masculine). It looks like the English word, but with the article it is l’horoscope, and for a specific sign you say l’horoscope du Bélier, l’horoscope de la Balance and so on (full list in the “Born under the sign of” table above).
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Horoscope | l’horoscope |
| Daily horoscope | l’horoscope du jour |
| Weekly horoscope | l’horoscope de la semaine |
| Monthly horoscope | l’horoscope du mois |
| Yearly horoscope | l’horoscope de l’année |
| Aries horoscope | l’horoscope du Bélier |
| Libra horoscope | l’horoscope de la Balance |
| Love | l’amour |
| Work, career | le travail, la carrière |
| Health | la santé |
| Money | l’argent |
| Luck | la chance |
| Prediction | la prédiction |
Example: Mon horoscope du jour parle d’amour et de travail. (My daily horoscope talks about love and work.)
French Zodiac Signs in English: Bélier, Verseau and the Rest
Seen a French sign and need the English name? Bélier is Aries and Verseau is Aquarius. Here is the full French-to-English list.
| French | English | Literal meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Bélier | Aries | the ram |
| Taureau | Taurus | the bull |
| Gémeaux | Gemini | the twins |
| Cancer | Cancer | the crab |
| Lion | Leo | the lion |
| Vierge | Virgo | the maiden |
| Balance | Libra | the scales |
| Scorpion | Scorpio | the scorpion |
| Sagittaire | Sagittarius | the archer |
| Capricorne | Capricorn | the sea-goat |
| Verseau | Aquarius | the water-bearer |
| Poissons | Pisces | the fish |
Astrology Vocabulary in French
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Astrology | l’astrologie (f.) |
| Astrologer | l’astrologue (m. / f.) |
| Zodiac | le zodiaque |
| Zodiac sign | le signe du zodiaque |
| Natal chart, birth chart | le thème astral (also le thème natal) |
| Rising sign | l’ascendant (m.) |
| Sun sign | le signe solaire |
| Moon sign | le signe lunaire |
| House | la maison |
| Planet | la planète |
| Compatibility | la compatibilité |
| Mercury retrograde | Mercure rétrograde |
Want to see your own thème astral? Try our Birth Chart Calculator.
Zodiac Signs in French by Element and Ruling Planet
| French sign | Element (élément) | Ruling planet (planète) |
|---|---|---|
| Bélier | Feu (Fire) | Mars |
| Taureau | Terre (Earth) | Vénus |
| Gémeaux | Air | Mercure |
| Cancer | Eau (Water) | la Lune |
| Lion | Feu (Fire) | le Soleil |
| Vierge | Terre (Earth) | Mercure |
| Balance | Air | Vénus |
| Scorpion | Eau (Water) | Mars et Pluton |
| Sagittaire | Feu (Fire) | Jupiter |
| Capricorne | Terre (Earth) | Saturne |
| Verseau | Air | Saturne et Uranus |
| Poissons | Eau (Water) | Neptune et Jupiter |
Chinese Zodiac Animals in French
The Chinese zodiac is le zodiaque chinois or l’horoscope chinois. It is a separate system from the twelve Western signs above: each year is linked to one of twelve animals.
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Rat | le rat |
| Ox | le bœuf |
| Tiger | le tigre |
| Rabbit | le lapin |
| Dragon | le dragon |
| Snake | le serpent |
| Horse | le cheval |
| Goat (or Sheep) | la chèvre (or le mouton) |
| Monkey | le singe |
| Rooster | le coq |
| Dog | le chien |
| Pig | le cochon |
Zodiac Signs in French, Translated: Arabic, Italian, Dutch, German and Japanese
| English | French | Arabic | Italian | Dutch | German | Japanese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aries | Bélier | الحمل | Ariete | Ram | Widder | 牡羊座 |
| Taurus | Taureau | الثور | Toro | Stier | Stier | 牡牛座 |
| Gemini | Gémeaux | الجوزاء | Gemelli | Tweelingen | Zwillinge | 双子座 |
| Cancer | Cancer | السرطان | Cancro | Kreeft | Krebs | 蟹座 |
| Leo | Lion | الأسد | Leone | Leeuw | Löwe | 獅子座 |
| Virgo | Vierge | العذراء | Vergine | Maagd | Jungfrau | 乙女座 |
| Libra | Balance | الميزان | Bilancia | Weegschaal | Waage | 天秤座 |
| Scorpio | Scorpion | العقرب | Scorpione | Schorploen | Skorpion | 蠍座 |
| Sagittarius | Sagittaire | القوس | Sagittario | Boogschutter | Schütze | 射手座 |
| Capricorn | Capricorne | الجدي | Capricorno | Steenbok | Steinbock | 山羊座 |
| Aquarius | Verseau | الدلو | Acquario | Waterman | Wassermann | 水瓶座 |
| Pisces | Poissons | الحوت | Pesci | Vissen | Fische | 魚座 |
Arabic
الأبراج بالفرنسية: الحمل = Bélier، الثور = Taureau، الجوزاء = Gémeaux، السرطان = Cancer، الأسد = Lion، العذراء = Vierge، الميزان = Balance، العقرب = Scorpion، القوس = Sagittaire، الجدي = Capricorne، الدلو = Verseau، الحوت = Poissons.
Italian
I segni zodiacali in francese: Ariete = Bélier, Toro = Taureau, Gemelli = Gémeaux, Cancro = Cancer, Leone = Lion, Vergine = Vierge, Bilancia = Balance, Scorpione = Scorpion, Sagittario = Sagittaire, Capricorno = Capricorne, Acquario = Verseau, Pesci = Poissons.
Dutch
Sterrenbeelden in het Frans: Ram = Bélier, Stier = Taureau, Tweelingen = Gémeaux, Kreeft = Cancer, Leeuw = Lion, Maagd = Vierge, Weegschaal = Balance, Schorpioen = Scorpion, Boogschutter = Sagittaire, Steenbok = Capricorne, Waterman = Verseau, Vissen = Poissons.
German
Sternzeichen auf Französisch: Widder = Bélier, Stier = Taureau, Zwillinge = Gémeaux, Krebs = Cancer, Löwe = Lion, Jungfrau = Vierge, Waage = Balance, Skorpion = Scorpion, Schütze = Sagittaire, Steinbock = Capricorne, Wassermann = Verseau, Fische = Poissons.
Japanese
フランス語の星座: 牡羊座 = Bélier、牡牛座 = Taureau、双子座 = Gémeaux、蟹座 = Cancer、獅子座 = Lion、乙女座 = Vierge、天秤座 = Balance、蠍座 = Scorpion、射手座 = Sagittaire、山羊座 = Capricorne、水瓶座 = Verseau、魚座 = Poissons。
Frequently Asked Questions about zodiac signs in french
What is Aries in French?
Aries in French is Bélier (pronounced bay-LYAY). It’s the first sign of the zodiac, covering March 21 to April 19.
What is Taurus in French?
Taurus in French is Taureau (pronounced toh-ROH), meaning “the bull”. It covers April 20 to May 20. To say you are a Taurus: Je suis Taureau.
What is Gemini in French?
Gemini in French is Gémeaux (pronounced zhay-MOH), meaning “the twins”. It is plural and the final X is silent. It covers May 21 to June 20. To say you are a Gemini: Je suis Gémeaux.
What is Cancer in French?
Cancer in French is also Cancer, spelled the same as in English but pronounced kahn-SAIR. It covers June 21 to July 22. To say you are a Cancer: Je suis Cancer.
What is Leo in French?
Leo in French is Lion (pronounced lee-OH(N)). It covers July 23 to August 22. “He is a Leo” in French is “Il est lion.”
What is Virgo in French?
Virgo in French is Vierge (pronounced vee-AIRZH). It covers August 23 to September 22. “The Maiden” — referred to in French as “la vierge” — symbolizes harvest and precision.
What is Libra in French?
Libra in French is Balance (pronounced bah-LAHNS), meaning “the scales”. It covers September 23 to October 22. To say you are a Libra: Je suis Balance.
What is Scorpio in French?
Scorpio in French is Scorpion (pronounced skor-pee-OH(N)). It covers October 23 to November 21. To say you are a Scorpio: Je suis Scorpion.
What is Sagittarius in French?
Sagittarius in French is Sagittaire (pronounced sa-zhee-TAIR). It covers November 22 to December 21.
What is Capricorn in French?
Capricorn in French is Capricorne (pronounced ka-pree-KORN): the English word with an E at the end. It covers December 22 to January 19. To say you are a Capricorn: Je suis Capricorne.
What is Aquarius in French?
Aquarius in French is Verseau (pronounced vair-SOH). It looks nothing like the English word because it comes from verser de l’eau (to pour water). It covers January 20 to February 18.
What is Pisces in French?
Pisces in French is Poissons (pronounced pwah-SOH(N)), meaning “the fish”. The name is always plural, even for one person. It covers February 19 to March 20. To say you are a Pisces: Je suis Poissons. or Elle est Poissons.
Are zodiac signs capitalized in French?
Usage varies. A capital letter is common when the name refers to the sign itself (le signe du Bélier) and many people also write Je suis Bélier with a capital. Lowercase (je suis bélier) also appears in everyday writing. Both are understood, so choose one style and stay consistent.
What is the French word for “zodiac”?
The French word for zodiac is le zodiaque. The phrase “zodiac signs” translates to les signes du zodiaque.
How do you say “horoscope” in French?
The French word is l’horoscope (masculine). “My horoscope” is mon horoscope, and “today’s horoscope” is l’horoscope du jour.
What is “astrological sign” in French?
“Astrological sign” in French is signe astrologique. The full phrase “What is your astrological sign?” translates to “Quel est ton signe astrologique ?”
What does “Poissons” mean in French astrology?
Poissons means “fish” in French and is the French name for Pisces. It covers February 19 to March 20.
How do zodiac signs differ between French and English?
In English, most zodiac sign names kept their Latin origin (Aries, Taurus, Gemini, etc.). In French, most were translated into the actual meaning — so Aries became Bélier (ram), Leo became Lion (lion), and Libra became Balance (scales). The main exception is Cancer, which is identical in both languages.
How do you say “What is your zodiac sign?” in French?
The most common way is Quel est ton signe astrologique ? A casual version is Tu es de quel signe ? and the formal version is Quel est votre signe ? To answer, say Je suis followed by your sign, for example Je suis Poissons.
What is the “maiden” sign in French astrology?
The maiden is Virgo, which is la Vierge in French. The sign covers August 23 to September 22, and you say Je suis Vierge to name it as your sign.
Final Thoughts on Zodiac Signs in French
Now you have everything you need to talk about zodiac signs in French with confidence. From Bélier (Aries) to Poissons (Pisces), each French name has its own character — often more poetic and descriptive than the Latin-derived English equivalents.
The key things to remember:
- French writers capitalize zodiac signs in some contexts and not in others, so pick one style and stay consistent.
- Most signs are literal translations of their symbols (Lion, Balance, Poissons)
- Aquarius becomes Verseau — the biggest surprise for English speakers
- The key question is: “Quel est ton signe astrologique ?”
- Gémeaux and Poissons are plural, so you say “Je suis Poissons”
Explore More Zodiac Signs by Language
Curious how other languages name the zodiac? Continue exploring the full series:
- Zodiac Signs in Spanish and English
- Zodiac Signs in Russian
- Zodiac Signs in Hindi
- Zodiac Signs in Urdu
- Zodiac Signs in Latin
- See the full Zodiac Signs by Languages hub
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