Translation and Meaning
- Word: faire mal
- Language: French
- Meaning: hurt
- CEFR Level: A2
- Part of speech: verb
- Topic: French Défis et Revers
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Example Sentences
- Si tu te sens blessé, le soutien des amis peut t'aider à récupérer vite. English: If you feel hurt, support from friends can help you recover quickly.
When and How to Use "faire mal"
Use "faire mal" when you want to talk about "hurt" in French. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Défis et Revers topic. Because it appears in A2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
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