意味
To overreact or exaggerate a situation.
文化的背景
Cheese is a serious matter in France, with over 1,200 varieties. The idiom reflects the labor-intensive nature of traditional French agriculture. While understood, Quebecers might also use 'en faire une montagne' or 'en faire un plat' more frequently in some regions. The phrase is widely used in Belgium, where culinary idioms are equally popular due to the shared love for gastronomy. In a country famous for Gruyère and Emmental, this idiom carries a lot of weight. However, the Swiss are known for being more reserved, so the idiom might be used to gently mock someone who breaks that social norm of 'calm.'
The 'En' Rule
Always remember the 'en'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers. Think of it as 'of it'.
Watch your tone
This phrase can sound dismissive. Use it with people you know well, or it might seem rude.
意味
To overreact or exaggerate a situation.
The 'En' Rule
Always remember the 'en'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers. Think of it as 'of it'.
Watch your tone
This phrase can sound dismissive. Use it with people you know well, or it might seem rude.
Use it to sound native
Native speakers use this constantly. Using it correctly in a low-stakes situation will immediately boost your perceived fluency.
Food Metaphors
French has many food idioms. If you like this one, look up 'avoir du pain sur la planche' next!
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the idiom.
J'ai oublié ton anniversaire de deux jours, s'il te plaît, n'___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ !
The 'en' is required, and since it's a command to a friend, we use the imperative 'fais'.
Which of these is the most natural way to say 'He is overreacting'?
Regarde Marc, il pleure parce qu'il a perdu son stylo...
Option B is correct because it includes 'en', the correct article 'un', and the correct gender for 'tout'.
Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase.
Situation: Your boss is angry because you used the wrong blue in a PowerPoint slide.
You would describe the boss's reaction to someone else (Il en fait...), but you wouldn't say it TO the boss (A) unless you want to get fired!
Complete the dialogue.
A: Oh non ! Le supermarché est fermé ! B: Ce n'est pas grave, on ira demain. ______.
The negative imperative is used to tell someone to stop worrying.
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練習問題バンク
4 問題J'ai oublié ton anniversaire de deux jours, s'il te plaît, n'___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ !
The 'en' is required, and since it's a command to a friend, we use the imperative 'fais'.
Regarde Marc, il pleure parce qu'il a perdu son stylo...
Option B is correct because it includes 'en', the correct article 'un', and the correct gender for 'tout'.
Situation: Your boss is angry because you used the wrong blue in a PowerPoint slide.
You would describe the boss's reaction to someone else (Il en fait...), but you wouldn't say it TO the boss (A) unless you want to get fired!
A: Oh non ! Le supermarché est fermé ! B: Ce n'est pas grave, on ira demain. ______.
The negative imperative is used to tell someone to stop worrying.
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よくある質問
10 問It is always 'un fromage' (a cheese). Using 'le' would change the meaning to a specific cheese.
Yes, but only with colleagues of the same level. Avoid saying it to your boss.
It stands for 'de cela' (of that/about that). It refers to the situation being discussed.
Not at all. It is a timeless classic used by all ages.
Yes, 'en faire un fromage' is also correct, but 'tout un' adds emphasis (a *whole* cheese).
Yes, you can say 'N'exagérons rien' or 'Ce n'est pas si grave'.
No, it is almost exclusively used for negative overreactions or complaints.
It is understood in all French-speaking countries, though some regional slang might offer alternatives.
No, it is always singular: 'un fromage'.
In informal writing (texts, emails to friends), yes. In formal essays, no.
関連フレーズ
en faire un plat
synonymTo make a big deal out of it.
en faire des tonnes
similarTo overdo it.
chercher la petite bête
builds onTo look for the smallest flaw.
tempête dans un verre d'eau
similarA storm in a glass of water.
tourner en bourrique
contrastTo drive someone crazy.
