English–French

“limp” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/bwate/

Example

Je boite depuis la chute.

I have been limping since the fall.

Illustration for boiter (limp)

How to say “limp” in French

“Limp” in French is boiter.

One side of a walk falls out of step as pain or weakness limits the leg.

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

Example sentences with boiter

Elle a commencé à boiter après la course.

She began limping after the race.

Tips for using boiter

  • Boiter does not by itself specify that a foot is dragged; traîner le pied states that dragging explicitly.

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