French Expression · Intermediate
Un pépin
A small problem / A snag
Pronunciation: un pé-PĀN
Meaning
An unexpected minor problem or difficulty (literally, a seed or pip).
Example
On a eu un petit pépin technique ce matin, mais c'est réglé.
We had a small technical hitch this morning, but it's sorted.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Un pépin 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 intermediate-level French expression.