English–French

“curl” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fʁize/

Example

Ses cheveux frisent après la pluie.

Her hair curls after the rain.

Illustration for friser (curl)

How to say “curl” in French

“Curl” in French is friser.

Small ripples or curls forming along a surface, with the same image extending to something coming close to danger.

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

Example sentences with friser

Elle a frisé ses cheveux pour la fête.

She curled her hair for the party.

Tips for using friser

  • Friser is usually intransitive for hair or fabric, but friser le danger is transitive and means coming close to danger.

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