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the penny drops in French

the penny drops in French is faire tilt, la pièce est tombée, le franc est tombé.

the penny drops in French

faire tilt
phrase
(UK, informal) Understanding is reached; one comprehends.
la pièce est tombée
phrase
(UK, informal) Understanding is reached; one comprehends.
le franc est tombé
phrase
(UK, informal) Understanding is reached; one comprehends.
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What is "the penny drops" in French?

"the penny drops" in French is faire tilt, la pièce est tombée, le franc est tombé.

Are there other ways to say "the penny drops" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "the penny drops": faire tilt, la pièce est tombée, le franc est tombé.

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