mes mains
The English phrase "my hands" is translated into French as mes mains.
You use mes mains to refer to your hands. For a more playful or informal way to describe your hands, you can use mes paluches or use the endearing and colloquial term mes mimines.
How does it change in a sentence?
The possessive adjective mes must agree in number with the plural noun mains. If you are referring to only one hand, the singular form is ma main.
Did you know?
- In French, the expression avoir le cœur sur la main literally means 'to have the heart on the hand'. It is used to describe someone who is incredibly generous.
- The colloquial term paluches for hands is originally a word used to describe the paws of animals.
- The phrase mettre la main à la pâte translates to 'putting the hand in the dough'. It is the French equivalent of 'pitching in' or helping with a task.
Examples in context
- Mes mains sont fermes.My hands are tight.This sentence is useful for saying that your hands are tight.Tatoeba #3598566 by sacredceltic, translation #3598103 by sacredceltic
- Mes mains sont froides.My hands are cold.This sentence is useful for saying that your hands are cold.Tatoeba #5655293 by Yemana, translation #2173918 by Hybrid
- J'ai regardé mes mains.I looked at my hands.This sentence is useful for saying that you looked at your hands.Tatoeba #8252843 by Aiji, translation #6273488 by CK
- Quand je suis en concert, mes mains tremblent.When I am on stage, my hands tremble.
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Example conversation
Emma is helping Nathan put on some lotion because his skin is dry.
- NathanMes mains sont très sèches.My hands are very dry.
- EmmaJe vais mettre de la crème sur tes mains.I will put some cream on your hands.
- NathanMerci, c'est gentil de ta part.Thank you, that is kind of you.
- EmmaDe rien, Nathan.You're welcome, Nathan.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
