grand pied
The English phrase "big foot" is translated into French as grand pied.
This phrase is used to describe a foot that is large in size.
Did you know?
- In French, pied is used to measure distance in the 'pied du Roi', a historical royal foot that was slightly longer than the English foot.
- While grand pied describes size, French uses the phrase avoir les pieds sur terre to mean someone is practical and realistic.
- French uses the word pied to describe the base of a lamp, a table, or a glass, treating these objects as if they have human anatomy.
Examples in context
- Il a un grand pied.He has a big foot.
Example conversation
Léa and Lucas are shopping for shoes together.
- LéaCes chaussures sont trop petites pour moi.These shoes are too small for me.
- LucasC'est normal, tu as un grand pied, Léa.That's normal, you have a big foot, Léa.
- LéaJe dois trouver une taille plus grande.I need to find a larger size.
- LucasJe vais demander au vendeur pour toi.I will ask the salesman for you.
