🇫🇷 How to say

“mouth” in French

bouche
Illustration of "mouth" in a French cultural setting
A young child with bright eyes and a wide, joyful smile, laughing as they blow bubbles on a sunny afternoon in a park. The bubbles float upwards, catching the light, and the child's mouth is open in delight.

Usage note

Bouche is used for both humans and animals, and it refers to the entire mouth, including lips and opening. It’s also used in common phrases like 'tais-toi' (shut your mouth) or for tasting food—'ça a bon goût' (it tastes good).

Examples

  • Elle ouvre la bouche pour manger.

    She opens her mouth to eat.

  • Ferme ta bouche en mâchant.

    Close your mouth while chewing.

  • Il a une bouche très expressive.

    He has a very expressive mouth.

Quick check

What does "bouche" mean?

  • A. mouth
  • B. evening
  • C. Wednesday
  • D. paper

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