Guess the meaning behind popular French idioms: A language guide

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Discover this mystery cup-themed French saying

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Published Wednesday 09 April 2025 - 15:33 Modified Tuesday 06 May 2025 - 14:34

Can you guess the French phrase?

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A) Boire la tasse (literally: to drink the cupful)

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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