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under the knife in French

under the knife in French is passer sur le billard, sur le billard.

under the knife in French

passer sur le billard

(informal) Chiefly preceded by a form of go: undergoing a surgical procedure; into surgery.

sur le billard

(informal) Chiefly preceded by a form of go: undergoing a surgical procedure; into surgery.

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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”.

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "under the knife" in French?

"under the knife" in French is passer sur le billard, sur le billard.

Are there other ways to say "under the knife" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "under the knife": passer sur le billard, sur le billard.

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