French Word · Intermediate
couenne
bacon rind
Pronunciation: /kwan/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "bacon rind".
Example
Là, s’il nous fait perdre deux plombes et qu’on ressort bredouilles, faudra pas qu’il compte sur Agü pour lui sauver sa couenne.
If he makes us waste two hours and we come back empty-handed, he shouldn't count on Agü to save his skin.
Practice tips
- Practice couenne out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French word is for intermediate-level learners.