bidet
/bi.dɛ/masculine
bidet is the French word for bidet.
A bidet refers to a low-mounted plumbing fixture used for cleaning the genitalia and anus.
Meaning: low-mounted plumbing fixture for cleaning the genitalia and anus (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is masculine, so it is preceded by the masculine article le (e.g., le bidet).
How do you pronounce it?
It is pronounced /bi.dɛ/ and has two syllables.
Did you know?
- In historical French literature, mentions of the bidet were often treated as scandalous or suggestive because of the intimacy of the object.
- The word bidet originally meant 'small horse' and comes from the Middle French verb bider meaning 'to trot'.
- In many historical French contexts, the word 'bidet' referred to a small, portable saddle used for riding.
Examples in context
- Excusez-moi, où puis-je trouver le bidet dans votre hôtel?Excuse me, where can I find the bidet in your hotel?
- Il y a un bidet dans la salle de bain.There is a bidet in the bathroom.
- Le bidet est juste à côté de la douche.The bidet is right next to the shower.
- Peux-tu nettoyer le bidet, s'il te plaît ?Can you clean the bidet, please?
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are visiting a newly rented apartment.
- LucasRegarde, il y a un bidet ici !Look, there is a bidet here!
- ManonC'est très pratique pour l'hygiène.It is very practical for hygiene.
- LucasJe n'en ai jamais eu chez moi.I have never had one at my place.
- ManonTu vas vite aimer le bidet, Lucas.You will quickly love the bidet, Lucas.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bidet” translations and entries bidet, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bidet, CC BY-SA 4.0.
