Daily Archives: 17 January 2012

Quand le vin est tiré…

Posted on 17 January 2012 by Tournesol

Expand your knowledge of French phrases: Quand le vin est tireé il faut le boit: Literally: When the cork is drawn, you must drink the wine: In for a penny, in for a pound. Un malheur ne vient jamais seul: … Continue reading →

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Chien qui aboie…

Posted on 17 January 2012 by Tournesol

Two more French phrases: Chien qui aboie ne mord pas: Literally: The dog that barks does not bite: His bark is work than his bite.   S’entendre comme des larrons en foire:  Literally: To understand each other like thieves in the … Continue reading →

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