mentir
to lie
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/mɑ̃.tiʁ/
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Cultural Note
The French distinguish between a serious lie ('un mensonge') and a small social lie ('un pieux mensonge' — a white lie). Small untruths to spare someone's feelings are generally more accepted in French social culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Ne me mens pas, dis-moi la vérité.
Don't lie to me, tell me the truth.
Il a menti sur ses intentions.
He lied about his intentions.