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red tape in French

red tape in French is paperasserie, impôt papier, paperasse.

red tape in French

paperasserie

noun

(metonym, idiomatic) Time-consuming regulations or bureaucratic procedures.

impôt papier

noun

(metonym, idiomatic) Time-consuming regulations or bureaucratic procedures.

paperasse

noun

(metonym, idiomatic) Time-consuming regulations or bureaucratic procedures.

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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 "red tape" in French?

"red tape" in French is paperasserie, impôt papier, paperasse.

Are there other ways to say "red tape" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "red tape": paperasserie, impôt papier, paperasse.

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