Paupière (en. Eyelid)

/po.pjɛʁ/

Synonyms

  • bord de l'œil
  • plis palpébraux

Slang Meanings

To have tired eyes.
After a sleepless night, I have leaden eyelids.
Après une nuit blanche, j'ai des paupières de plomb.
To be on the lookout.
You need to keep your eyelids open during the meeting.
Il faut garder les paupières ouvertes pendant la réunion.