Does "Paul me fait mal" mean "Paul is hurting me" physically or emotionally?

J. R.A2Kwiziq community member

Does "Paul me fait mal" mean "Paul is hurting me" physically or emotionally?

Asked 6 years ago
AurélieNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Bonjour Jennifer !

"Paul me fait mal" means he's hurting you physically.

"Paul me fait du mal" would be emotionally.

Bonne journée !

J. R.A2Kwiziq community member
Merci!
J. R. asked:

Does "Paul me fait mal" mean "Paul is hurting me" physically or emotionally?

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