ta couleur de cheveux
The English phrase "your hair color" is translated into French as ta couleur de cheveux.
This phrase refers to the natural or dyed color of the hair on a person's head.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is built from ta (your), couleur (color), de (of) and cheveux (hair).
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use the singular form ta couleur de cheveu. When referring to the hair on someone's head, cheveux should almost always be used in its plural form.
Did you know?
- In France, if someone says elle a les cheveux en poivre et sel, they are not talking about seasoning but describing hair that is a mix of black and white.
- The French word roux is used specifically for red hair, while rouge is reserved for things that are actually the color of blood or fire.
- While 'cheveux' refers to hair on your head, use 'poils' if you are describing the hair on a dog or a cat. Calling a person's hair 'poils' would be a very strange insult.
Examples in context
- poivre et selSalt and pepper
- J'aime beaucoup ta couleur de cheveux.I really like your hair color.
- Ta couleur de cheveux a changé récemment.Your hair color has changed recently.
- Est-ce que ta couleur de cheveux est naturelle ?Is your hair color natural?
Example conversation
Hugo and Manon are talking about a new haircut.
- HugoManon, j'adore ta couleur de cheveux !Manon, I love your hair color!
- ManonMerci Hugo, c'est une nouvelle teinture.Thanks Hugo, it is a new dye.
- HugoElle te va très bien.It suits you very well.
- ManonC'est très gentil de ta part.That is very kind of you.
