French Expression · Native
Un hic
A snag / A problem / A catch (informal)
Pronunciation: uhn HIK
Meaning
A small, unexpected problem or difficulty.
Example
La proposition est bonne, mais il y a un petit hic.
The proposal is good, but there's a small snag.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Un hic out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a native-level French expression.