French Word · Intermediate
voilà
expresses the unexpected or abrupt nature of an event
Pronunciation: /vwa.la/
Meaning
expresses the unexpected or abrupt nature of an event
Example
Voilà l’homme tout entier, s’en prenant à sa chaussure alors que c’est son pied le coupable.
There is man in his entirety, blaming his shoe when his foot is guilty.
Practice tips
- Practice voilà 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.