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How to Say β€˜Lost’ in French

Me perdre

muh pair-druh

[muh pair-druh]

πŸ’¬ Usage Tip: Literally translates to 'to lose myself'.

πŸ‡«πŸ‡· In France: Navigational terms are key for both urban and rural travel in France.

Phrase Breakdown

Me

[muh]

myself

Reflexive form for I.

Example

Je dois me cacher.

I need to hide myself.

perdre

[pair-druh]

to lose

Refers to getting lost.

Example

Je ne veux pas me perdre ici.

I don't want to get lost here.

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