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French for Straight Hair: J'ai les cheveux lisses vs. Mes cheveux sont raides

There are two ways to say "I have straight hair" in French, depending on the emphasis:

1. "J'ai les cheveux lisses." (pronounced: "zhay lay she-vuh lee-ss") This is the most common and literal translation. It focuses on the hair being straight.

2. "Mes cheveux sont raides." (pronounced: "may she-vuh sohn red") This emphasizes the hair being straight and stiff, rather than wavy or curly. It can be a bit more formal and less common.

Both are correct and understandable, but the first option is generally more natural and casual.