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faux pas in French

faux pas in French is faux pas, bourde, gaffe.

faux pas in French

faux pas

noun

An embarrassing or tactless blunder.

bourde

noun

An embarrassing or tactless blunder.

gaffe

noun

An embarrassing or tactless blunder.

impair

noun

An embarrassing or tactless blunder.

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

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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 "faux pas" in French?

"faux pas" in French is faux pas, bourde, gaffe.

Are there other ways to say "faux pas" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "faux pas": faux pas, bourde, gaffe, impair.

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