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third wheel in French

third wheel in French is cinquième roue du carrosse, tenir la chandelle.

third wheel in French

cinquième roue du carrosse

noun

(idiomatic) A third party, usually unwanted, accompanying two people on a date.

tenir la chandelle

noun

(idiomatic) A third party, usually unwanted, accompanying two people on a date.

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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 "third wheel" in French?

"third wheel" in French is cinquième roue du carrosse, tenir la chandelle.

Are there other ways to say "third wheel" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "third wheel": cinquième roue du carrosse, tenir la chandelle.

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