How to Say ‘The eye’ in French
L'œil
l uhy
[l uhy]
💬 Usage Tip: [L'] only appears joined to the next word, here before the vowel in [œil]. You would write [le regard] but [l'œil].
Phrase Breakdown
L'
[l]
the
Elided form of the definite article before a vowel sound.
L' œil remarque vite les formes inhabituelles.
The eye notices unusual shapes quickly.
œil
[uhy]
eye
Noun meaning the eye; often used in expressions about visual attention.
L'œil suit facilement les lignes du graphique.
The eye easily follows the lines of the chart.
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