Meaning
To create sounds, often loud or unwanted.
Cultural Background
The 'Tapage Nocturne' is a legal offense. Making noise between 10 PM and 7 AM can result in a fine. French neighbors are often quick to remind you of this! In Quebec, 'faire du bruit' is used similarly, but you might also hear 'faire du train' in older or more rural dialects to mean making a lot of noise. During protests, 'faire du bruit' is a literal command. Protesters use whistles, drums, and pots to ensure their demands are 'heard' by the authorities.
The 'De' Rule
Always use 'de' instead of 'du' when you say 'don't make noise' (ne fais pas de bruit).
Silent T
Never pronounce the 't' at the end of 'bruit'. It's 'brwee', not 'brweet'.
Meaning
To create sounds, often loud or unwanted.
The 'De' Rule
Always use 'de' instead of 'du' when you say 'don't make noise' (ne fais pas de bruit).
Silent T
Never pronounce the 't' at the end of 'bruit'. It's 'brwee', not 'brweet'.
Figurative Use
Use 'faire du bruit' in a job interview to talk about a successful project that got noticed.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the article (du or de).
Il ne faut pas faire ___ bruit dans la bibliothèque.
In a negative sentence ('ne... pas'), 'du' becomes 'de'.
Which sentence means 'The news caused a scandal'?
Choisissez la bonne phrase :
'Faire du bruit' is the idiomatic way to say something is causing a stir.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Pourquoi tu marches sur la pointe des pieds ? B: Pour ne pas ___ ___ ___.
After 'pour', we use the infinitive form of the verb.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A politician's secret is revealed.
This indicates that the event will cause a public sensation.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIl ne faut pas faire ___ bruit dans la bibliothèque.
In a negative sentence ('ne... pas'), 'du' becomes 'de'.
Choisissez la bonne phrase :
'Faire du bruit' is the idiomatic way to say something is causing a stir.
A: Pourquoi tu marches sur la pointe des pieds ? B: Pour ne pas ___ ___ ___.
After 'pour', we use the infinitive form of the verb.
Situation: A politician's secret is revealed.
This indicates that the event will cause a public sensation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNot necessarily. While it often refers to annoying sounds, it can also be used for positive excitement, like a crowd cheering at a concert.
'Bruit' is general noise. 'Vacarme' is a very loud, chaotic, and unpleasant din.
Yes, if you are playing an instrument. Use 'faire du bruit' if you are just banging on things randomly.
Related Phrases
Faire un scandale
similarTo cause a public scene or scandal.
Faire parler de soi
similarTo get people talking about you.
Chut !
contrastShh! / Be quiet!
