by the book in French
by the book in French is au pied de la lettre, dans les clous, littéralement.
by the book in French
au pied de la lettre
(idiom) In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
dans les clous
(idiom) In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
littéralement
(idiom) In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
à la lettre
(idiom) In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
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What is "by the book" in French?
"by the book" in French is au pied de la lettre, dans les clous, littéralement.
Are there other ways to say "by the book" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "by the book": au pied de la lettre, dans les clous, littéralement, à la lettre.
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