How to Say ‘A small noise.’ in French
Un petit bruit.
uhn puh-TEE brwee
[uhn puh-TEE brwee]
💬 Usage Tip: Petit means small or little. Great adjective to know.
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Phrase Breakdown
Un
[uhn]
a
An indefinite article used before a masculine singular noun.
Un petit bruit vient de sa respiration.
A small noise comes from her breathing.
petit
[puh-TEE]
small
An adjective meaning little or small in size or degree.
Un petit bruit se fait entendre.
A small noise can be heard.
bruit
[brwee]
noise
A sound; in this context, an unusual breathing sound.
Un petit bruit sort de son bec.
A small noise comes from her beak.
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