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whipping boy in French

whipping boy in French is souffre-douleur, lampiste, pigeon.

whipping boy in French

souffre-douleur

noun

(transferred sense) Someone punished for the errors of others.

lampiste

noun

(transferred sense) Someone punished for the errors of others.

pigeon

noun

(transferred sense) Someone punished for the errors of others.

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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 "whipping boy" in French?

"whipping boy" in French is souffre-douleur, lampiste, pigeon.

Are there other ways to say "whipping boy" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "whipping boy": souffre-douleur, lampiste, pigeon.

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