twin

twin

The French word for "twin" is "jumeau" (masculine) or "jumelle" (feminine), meaning one of two children or things born or created at the same time.

Here, 'jumeaux' is used to refer to male twins or a group of twins inclusive of at least one male.

J'ai rencontré mes jumeaux après une longue séparation.

I met my twins after a long separation.

Here, 'jumeaux' metaphorically describes two buildings as being alike or similar.

Les bâtiments sont presque des jumeaux en apparence.

The buildings are almost twins in appearance.

Here, 'jumelle' specifically refers to a female twin, highlighting the feminine form of the word.

Elle a une sœur jumelle avec qui elle partage tout.

She has a twin sister with whom she shares everything.