Meaning
To show displeasure or be in a bad mood, often by pouting.
Cultural Background
Sulking is seen as a way to demand attention or express that a boundary was crossed. The phrase is used similarly, though 'bouder' is perhaps slightly more common in daily speech.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very informal.
Avoid 'la gueule'
Never use 'faire la gueule' in a polite setting; it is considered vulgar.
Meaning
To show displeasure or be in a bad mood, often by pouting.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very informal.
Avoid 'la gueule'
Never use 'faire la gueule' in a polite setting; it is considered vulgar.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Pourquoi tu ___ la tête ?
The subject is 'tu', so the verb 'faire' must be 'fais'.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesPourquoi tu ___ la tête ?
The subject is 'tu', so the verb 'faire' must be 'fais'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is too informal and implies a childish behavior.
Not exactly. It's more about pouting or being silently annoyed.
Related Phrases
Bouder
synonymTo sulk
Faire la gueule
similarTo sulk (vulgar)
