French Word · Intermediate
toison
fleece
Pronunciation: /twa.zɔ̃/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "fleece".
Example
Je n’en avais pas moins l’impression bizarre que c’était sa toison intime que Thérèse exhibait aussi ostensiblement aux yeux du promeneur !
Nonetheless, I had a strange feeling that it was her pubic hair Theresa was displaying so publicly to the eyes of the passers-by!
Practice tips
- Practice toison 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.