against the grain in French
against the grain in French is à contre-fil, à contre-courant, à contre-cœur.
against the grain in French
à contre-fil
(woodworking, of sanding or planing a piece of wood) Preventing a smooth, level surface from being formed by raising the nap of the wood or causing larger splinters to form ahead of the cutting tool below the cutting surface.
à contre-courant
(idiomatic) Contrary to what is expected; especially, of behavior different from what society expects.
à contre-cœur
(idiomatic) Unwillingly, reluctantly; contrary to one's nature.
à son corps défendant
(idiomatic) Unwillingly, reluctantly; contrary to one's nature.
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What is "against the grain" in French?
"against the grain" in French is à contre-fil, à contre-courant, à contre-cœur.
Are there other ways to say "against the grain" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "against the grain": à contre-fil, à contre-courant, à contre-cœur, à son corps défendant.
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