don't shoot the messenger in French

don't shoot the messenger in French is ce n’est pas en cassant le thermomètre qu’on fait tomber la fièvre, ne tirez pas sur le messager, ne tuez pas le messager.

don't shoot the messenger in French

ce n’est pas en cassant le thermomètre qu’on fait tomber la fièvre

phrase

(sarcastic, or, humorous) The bearer of bad news should not be held accountable for it.

ne tirez pas sur le messager

phrase

(sarcastic, or, humorous) The bearer of bad news should not be held accountable for it.

ne tuez pas le messager

phrase

(sarcastic, or, humorous) The bearer of bad news should not be held accountable for it.

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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”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "don't shoot the messenger" in French?

"don't shoot the messenger" in French is ce n’est pas en cassant le thermomètre qu’on fait tomber la fièvre, ne tirez pas sur le messager, ne tuez pas le messager.

Are there other ways to say "don't shoot the messenger" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "don't shoot the messenger": ce n’est pas en cassant le thermomètre qu’on fait tomber la fièvre, ne tirez pas sur le messager, ne tuez pas le messager.

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