These 15 new words added to French dictionary.

Le Petit Larousse 2026 Adds 150 New Words — A Reminder of Why Dictionaries Matter.

The Le Petit Larousse dictionary will add 150 new words to its upcoming 2026 edition, reflecting how languages constantly evolve to match the world around us. The new edition will be available to the public on May 21, 2026. French editors say their goal is to “reflect the evolution of the French language,” adding terms from technology, sports, and everyday life. New entries include tech words like un modèle de langage (AI language model), cultural phenomena like le padel (a mix of tennis and squash), and social trends such as la micromobilité (eco-friendly personal transport). Highlights include:

• Le téléprésentiel: Blending remote work with in-person meetings.
• L’umami: The savory “fifth taste” in cooking.
• Les feux zombies: Underground wildfires.
• Le cécifoot: Soccer for visually impaired athletes, popularized during the Paris Paralympics.

This major dictionary update is a powerful reminder of why having access to current, accurate dictionaries is so important for students today. The Dictionary Project shares this mission: helping children across the U.S. build strong literacy skills by providing them with personal dictionaries. As language evolves, it’s critical that young learners have the tools they need to keep up with new terms, cultural references, and global trends. With over 36 million dictionaries distributed, The Dictionary Project is helping students across the country stay connected to a world that’s always changing — one word at a time. 📚 Interested in helping students in your community? Contact The Dictionary Project today.