English–French
“fizz” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/petije/
Example
L'eau pétille quand on ouvre la bouteille.
The water fizzes when you open the bottle.
How to say “fizz” in French
“Fizz” in French is pétiller.
Tiny bubbles rise and pop in a lively stream, like a drink that seems to sparkle with energy.
Example sentences with pétiller
Ses yeux pétillent quand elle raconte une bonne histoire.
Her eyes sparkle when she tells a good story.
Tips for using pétiller
- With eyes, expressions, or personalities, pétiller de often signals lively brightness, as in pétiller de joie.
Other French words for “fizz”
L'effervescence de cette boisson est agréable.
The fizz of this drink is pleasant.