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Learning French

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Discover this mystery sour-tasting expression
Amy
Amy Lyall Regular contributor - The Connexion
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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.

French-speakers use this expression when something becomes unpleasant or problematic, most likely linked to the sometimes harsh acidity of vinegar.

Can you guess the French phrase?

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A) Tourner au vinaigre. This literally translates as: to turn to vinegar. It is similar to the English expression: to turn sour.


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