How to Say ‘Both’ in French
Les deux
lay duh
[lay duh]
💬 Usage Tip: [Les deux] is the usual way to say "both" in French. To say "a bit of both," French uses [un peu les deux], not a word-for-word version of English.
Phrase Breakdown
Les
[lay]
the
Plural definite article used before a plural noun or concept.
Les deux options me plaisent, honnêtement.
Both options appeal to me, honestly.
deux
[duh]
two / both
Means 'two' and in this expression means 'both.'
Les deux, c'est la meilleure réponse quand on veut rester mystérieux.
Both is the best answer when you want to stay mysterious.
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