English–French
“hint” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/dəmimo/
Example
Nous nous sommes compris d'un demi-mot.
We understood each other from the slightest hint.
How to say “hint” in French
“Hint” in French is demi-mot.
A partial utterance that lets the listener supply the unspoken meaning.
Example sentences with demi-mot
Elle a compris à demi-mot.
She understood what was left unsaid.
Tips for using demi-mot
- In se comprendre d'un demi-mot, d'un demi-mot means with very few words, while à demi-mot often introduces an indirect hint.
Other French words for “hint”
Ne prends pas ses insinuations personnellement.
Don't take his hints personally.