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thorn in someone's side in French

thorn in someone's side in French is épine au pied, épine dans le pied.

thorn in someone's side in French

épine au pied

noun

(idiomatic) A persistent annoyance.

épine dans le pied

noun

(idiomatic) A persistent annoyance.

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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 "thorn in someone's side" in French?

"thorn in someone's side" in French is épine au pied, épine dans le pied.

Are there other ways to say "thorn in someone's side" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "thorn in someone's side": épine au pied, épine dans le pied.

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