English–French
“puff” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/bufe/
Example
Il a pris une bouffée de sa cigarette.
He took a puff from his cigarette.
How to say “puff” in French
“Puff” in French is bouffée.
One small puff that enters, leaves, or briefly surges through the body or senses.
Example sentences with bouffée
Une bouffée d'air frais lui a fait du bien.
A breath of fresh air did him good.
Tips for using bouffée
- In prendre une bouffée, prendre describes taking a puff, while une bouffée de chaleur describes a sudden wave rather than inhaled air.