French Phrase
C'est quel modèle, ce produit ?
Meaning
You are asking someone to specify the exact model of the product you are looking at. It’s a direct, informal way to request that information.
When to use
Use this phrase in a shop, at a tech expo, or when discussing gadgets with friends. It works well when you can point to the item and want a quick answer about its version or style.
✦Grammar Breakdown
C'estquelmodèle,ceproduit?
C'est
Contraction of "ce est" used to point out or identify something; in questions it can precede an interrogative word.
quel
Interrogative adjective meaning "which/what"; agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies (here masculine singular "modèle").
modèle
Masculine noun meaning "model"; the item you are asking about.
ce produit
Demonstrative pronoun "ce" + noun; together they mean "this product".
Punctuation in spoken French
A short pause is made before the comma; the question mark signals rising intonation.
🗨In Conversation
C'est quel modèle, ce produit ?
What model is this product?
C'est le modèle X200, sorti en 2023.
It’s the X200 model, released in 2023.
✕Common Mistakes
Quel modèle est ce produit ?
The verb "être" must agree with the subject; the correct order is "C'est quel modèle" or "Quel est le modèle de ce produit".
C'est quel modèle du produit ?
Use "de ce produit" instead of "du produit" because you are referring to a specific item, not a generic category.
↔Alternatives
Quel est le modèle de ce produit ?
What is the model of this product?
De quel modèle s'agit‑il ?
Which model is it?
Ce produit, c’est quel modèle ?
This product, what model is it?
Cultural Tip
The structure "C'est quel…?" is perfectly natural in everyday conversation but can sound a bit informal. In a formal setting (e.g., a business meeting) you might prefer "Quel est le modèle de ce produit ?" Also, French speakers often point with a hand or nod when asking, so pairing the phrase with a gesture helps convey clarity.