Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Discover this mystery tree-themed French saying
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The French love using idioms in everyday conversations, however these unique sayings can sound completely bizarre when translated literally into English. 

It is useful to understand their figurative meaning to avoid confusion when chatting with locals.

This expression literally translates as: to shake the palm tree. In French, it describes someone who causes a disturbance or makes trouble, much like the English phrase: to put the cat among the pigeons.

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Secouer le cocotier

Take a look at our handy language guide to find out exactly what this idiom means, how to use it and the origins behind it.

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