English–French

“comb” in French

French

Alsocoiffer

Pronunciation

IPA/pɛɲ/

Example

Tu as un peigne ?

Do you have a comb?

Illustration for peigne (comb)

How to say “comb” in French

“Comb” in French is peigne.

A small toothed plate drawn through strands to loosen tangles and smooth a hairstyle or beard.

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

Example sentences with peigne

Peux-tu me prêter ton peigne ?

Can you lend me your comb?

Tips for using peigne

  • The ending -gne in peigne represents a single sound, like the sound in French montagne, rather than a separate g sound.

Other French words for “comb”

Elle coiffe sa fille avant l'école.

She combs her daughter's hair before school.

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