French Word · Intermediate
fourmilier
anteater
Pronunciation: /fuʁ.mi.lje/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "anteater".
Example
George Pouchet, Mémoires sur le Grand Fourmilier, Paris 1874, 68
It is known that the oral cavity of the anteaters, despite its extremely narrow orifice, reaches considerable extents.
Practice tips
- Practice fourmilier 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.