lobe d'oreille
The English phrase earlobe is translated into French as lobe d'oreille.
The term refers to the soft, fleshy lower part of the external ear.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase lobe d'oreille is composed of lobe (lobe), d’ (of) and oreille (ear).
Which one should you use?
You may encounter le lobe de l'oreille in more formal or descriptive anatomical contexts and Le lobe auriculaire serves as a formal alternative.
Did you know?
- While lobe d'oreille is the standard term, French uses the word pavillon to describe the entire outer ear, which literally translates to 'pavilion' or 'canopy'.
- The word oreille appears in the French term for a 'handle' or 'tab' on a folder or envelope, referring to the ear-like flap of paper.
- In French culture, the expression tendre l'oreille means to listen intently, but it literally describes the physical action of stretching or leaning the 'ear' toward a sound.
Examples in context
- L'élégante boucle d'oreille est ornée de petites pierres brillantes, accrochée au lobe de l'oreille.The elegant earring is adorned with small sparkling stones, hanging from the earlobe.
- Elle a un petit lobe d'oreille.She has a small earlobe.
- Il a percé son lobe d'oreille.He pierced his earlobe.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are looking at a jewelry advertisement.
- LucasCe bijou est trop grand pour ton lobe d'oreille.This piece of jewelry is too big for your earlobe.
- LéaTu as raison, Lucas.You are right, Lucas.
- LucasTu préfères les boucles d'oreilles plus discrètes ?Do you prefer more discreet earrings?
- LéaOui, c'est beaucoup mieux pour moi.Yes, it is much better for me.
