Meaning
To be unwilling to work or to be very lazy.
Cultural Background
French people often use this to tease friends. It is rarely meant to be a serious insult. The phrase is understood but less common than in France; they might prefer other slang. Used similarly to France, often in a playful, friendly context.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It can be offensive to strangers.
Meaning
To be unwilling to work or to be very lazy.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It can be offensive to strangers.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Il ne veut jamais travailler, il ___ un poil dans la main.
The idiom requires the verb 'avoir'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct usage.
Only 'avoir' is correct.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesIl ne veut jamais travailler, il ___ un poil dans la main.
The idiom requires the verb 'avoir'.
Choose the correct usage.
Only 'avoir' is correct.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt can be if said to a stranger, but it is usually playful among friends.
Absolutely not! It is very informal.
Related Phrases
Avoir la flemme
synonymTo be lazy/not feel like doing something
Être un glandeur
synonymTo be a slacker
