Douiller

Douiller is a French verb that generally translates to "to hurt," "to ache," or "to sting." It is commonly used to describe physical pain, such as a headache or a sore muscle. For example, one might say "Ma tête douille" to mean "My head hurts." The verb can also be used figuratively to describe emotional pain or disappointment, though this usage is less common.

The word "douiller" derives from the Latin word "dolere," which also means "to suffer" or "to grieve." This etymological connection highlights the verb's core meaning of experiencing discomfort or suffering.

In colloquial French, "douiller" can also be used to mean "to pay" or "to fork out," especially when referring to an unwelcome expense. For instance, "Il a dû douiller pour cette voiture" could mean "He had to pay a lot for that car." This idiomatic usage is informal and context-dependent.

The conjugation of "douiller" follows the regular -er verb pattern in French. Common tenses include the present ("je douille," "tu douilles," "il/elle douille"), the past participle ("douillé"), and the imperfect ("je douillais"). Understanding these conjugations is essential for using the verb correctly in various contexts.