French · Body & Health
"Wrist" in French: poignet
le poignet
Wrist in French is le poignet. Plural les poignets. Say J'ai mal au poignet for wrist pain, and une montre au poignet for a watch on the wrist.
After typing all day
J'ai mal au poignet droit.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce poignet
Say it
pwah-NYAY
/pwa.ɲɛ/
pwah-NYAY. Oi like wa; soft gn as ny; stress on yay.
"Wrist" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| le poignet | the wrist Default. | Default. |
| les poignets | the wrists Plural. | Plural. |
| mal au poignet | wrist pain Health. | Health. |
| au poignet | on the wrist Watches, bracelets. | Watches, bracelets. |
How to use poignet in real life
- 1After typing all day
J'ai mal au poignet droit.
My right wrist hurts.
Au poignet.
- 2Putting on a watch
Cette montre est trop serrée au poignet.
This watch is too tight on the wrist.
Au poignet.
- 3Sports
Il s'est tordu le poignet au basket.
He twisted his wrist playing basketball.
Le poignet.
Mistakes English speakers make with poignet
Incorrect: La poignet.
Correct: Le poignet.
Poignet is masculine.
Incorrect: Le wrist.
Correct: Le poignet.
Use poignet, not English.
Good to know
Poignet also appears in fashion: manchette et poignet for shirt cuffs. Don't confuse with poignée (handle/handful)—different word.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
After a fall on ice
ChatPal
Tu as mal au poignet ?
Does your wrist hurt?
You
Oui, le poignet gauche est gonflé.
Yes, the left wrist is swollen.
ChatPal
On met une attelle sur le poignet.
We'll put a splint on the wrist.
You
Bon plan.
Good plan.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Wrist" in French
How do you say wrist in French?
Le poignet.
How do I say my wrist hurts?
J'ai mal au poignet.
Is poignet masculine?
Yes.
How do you pronounce it?
pwah-NYAY.
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