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poney

pony

noun poh-NEH Rare

Origin: English loanword, from Scots 'powney'

Usage Note

Poney is the standard French spelling, differing from the English 'pony'. The plural is poneys. The expression faire du poney means to go pony riding, a popular activity for children in France, often associated with centres équestres (riding centres).

Examples

"La petite fille voulait monter un poney."

Natural Translation

The little girl wanted to ride a pony.

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