English–French

“chest” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pwatʁin/

Example

J'ai mal à la poitrine.

My chest hurts.

Illustration for poitrine (chest)

How to say “chest” in French

“Chest” in French is poitrine.

The broad front panel of the upper torso over the heart and lungs, also seen as a corresponding cut of meat.

Full entry for poitrine: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with poitrine

Ce chemisier met en valeur sa poitrine.

This blouse accentuates her chest.

Tips for using poitrine

  • Poitrine is feminine, so the usual phrase is à la poitrine, as in J'ai mal à la poitrine.

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