French Word · Intermediate
fourmilière
anthill
Pronunciation: /fuʁ.mi.ljɛʁ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "anthill".
Example
donner un coup de pied dans la fourmilière
to stir up a hornets' nest, to stir things up
Practice tips
- Practice fourmilière 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.