Il a des petites rides
He has little wrinkles
Language note: ‘Rides’ are small wrinkles, often a sign of aging or smiling.
Culture note: Wrinkles, a sign of character, are often affectionately noted in French culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Il
[eel]
He
A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
Il a un chien.
He has a dog.
a
[ah]
has
Used to describe possession, i.e., something that is owned.
Il a une voiture.
He has a car.
des
[deh]
some
An unspecified amount or number of.
Il y a des numéros.
There are some numbers.
petites
[puh-teet]
small
Of a size that is less than normal or usual.
Elle a des petites fleurs.
She has some small flowers.
rides
[reed]
wrinkles
Small lines or folds, especially in the skin, due to age.
Elle a des rides autour des yeux.
She has wrinkles around her eyes.
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