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old saw in French

old saw in French is adage, dicton, expression éculée.

old saw in French

adage

noun

(idiomatic) A cliché, saying, or overused expression; especially a proverb or maxim.

dicton

noun

(idiomatic) A cliché, saying, or overused expression; especially a proverb or maxim.

expression éculée

noun

(idiomatic) A cliché, saying, or overused expression; especially a proverb or maxim.

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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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What is "old saw" in French?

"old saw" in French is adage, dicton, expression éculée.

Are there other ways to say "old saw" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "old saw": adage, dicton, expression éculée.

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