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stab in the back in French

stab in the back in French is coup de poignard dans le dos, trahison, prendre en traître.

stab in the back in French

coup de poignard dans le dos

noun

An act of betrayal or treachery.

trahison

noun

An act of betrayal or treachery.

prendre en traître

verb

(idiomatic) To betray (somebody).

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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 "stab in the back" in French?

"stab in the back" in French is coup de poignard dans le dos, trahison, prendre en traître.

Are there other ways to say "stab in the back" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "stab in the back": coup de poignard dans le dos, trahison, prendre en traître.

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