French Expression · Advanced
laisser égoutter la vaisselle
let the dishes drain
Pronunciation: laisser égoutter la vaisselle
Meaning
A natural French expression used to convey: let the dishes drain.
Example
Laisse égoutter la vaisselle sur le tapis propre.
Let the dishes drain on the clean mat.
Practice tips
- Practice laisser égoutter la vaisselle 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.