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backhanded in French

backhanded in French is penché à gauche — backhanded means with the back of the hand.

backhanded in French

penché à gauche

adj

(of writing) inclining to the left

What does "backhanded" mean?

adj With the back of the hand.
adj Involving a backward flip of the hand.
adj Insincere, sarcastic, ironic, or self-contradictory.
adj Backwards, turned around.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common French translations

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What is "backhanded" in French?

"backhanded" in French is penché à gauche. backhanded means: With the back of the hand.

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