Learning French

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

A chef sings holding a spatula and a pot
Discover this mysterious pot-themed expression

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.

French-speakers use this expression to describe someone who cannot sing in tune.

Can you guess the French phrase?

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A) Chanter comme une casserole. This literally translates as: to sing like a saucepan.

Take a look at our handy language guide to find out exactly what this idiom means and how to use it when speaking French.

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