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gallows humor in French

gallows humor in French is humour de gibet, humour de potence.

gallows humor in French

humour de gibet
noun
(American spelling, idiomatic) A form of comedy that still manages to be humorous in the face of, and in response to, a tragic or hopeless situation.
humour de potence
noun
(American spelling, idiomatic) A form of comedy that still manages to be humorous in the face of, and in response to, a tragic or hopeless situation.
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What is "gallows humor" in French?

"gallows humor" in French is humour de gibet, humour de potence.

Are there other ways to say "gallows humor" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "gallows humor": humour de gibet, humour de potence.

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