GENERAL INFO

Peur is a feminine noun meaning "fear" or "fright."

USAGE

It's commonly used with the verb "avoir" (to have) to express "to be afraid": "J'ai peur" (I am afraid/scared). You can also "faire peur à quelqu'un" (to scare someone).

TRAPS

A common mistake is directly translating "I am afraid" as "Je suis peur." Remember, in French, you "have fear," you don't "are fear." Always use "avoir peur."