faire mal

Definitions of faire mal
  1. verb
    be the source of pain
    synonyms: souffrir
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    brûler, picoter
    cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
    démanger
    have or perceive an itch
    battre, frapper
    pulsate or pound with abnormal force
    chatouiller
    touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
    picoter
    cause a stinging or tingling sensation
    type of:
    rendre perceptible
    have perceptible qualities
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