Meaning
To express that a situation is very difficult, annoying, or troublesome, a real struggle.
Cultural Background
Complaining is a social lubricant in France. Using 'C'est la galère' is a way to invite someone to agree with you and share the burden of the day.
Use it with friends
Keep it for informal settings. It's a great way to bond over shared annoyance.
Meaning
To express that a situation is very difficult, annoying, or troublesome, a real struggle.
Use it with friends
Keep it for informal settings. It's a great way to bond over shared annoyance.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Le train est annulé, ___________ !
The situation is annoying, so 'galère' is the correct choice.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesLe train est annulé, ___________ !
The situation is annoying, so 'galère' is the correct choice.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too informal. Use 'C'est difficile' instead.
Related Phrases
Galérer
specialized formTo struggle
