🇫🇷 How to say

“ear” in French

oreille
Illustration of "ear" in a French cultural setting
A young child is listening intently as their mother whispers a secret into their ear. The child's hand gently touches their own ear, highlighting its shape and position on the side of the head.

Usage note

Remember that 'oreille' is feminine, so you use 'la' or 'une' with it. It's the word for both the outer ear you can see and the inner organ you hear with.

Examples

  • J'ai mal à l'oreille.

    My ear hurts.

  • Il chuchote à mon oreille.

    He whispers in my ear.

  • J'écoute de la musique avec mes oreilles.

    I listen to music with my ears.

Quick check

What does "oreille" mean?

  • A. ear
  • B. airport
  • C. sister
  • D. arm

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