Meaning
To behave extravagantly or spend a lot of money.
Cultural Background
In France, 'faire des folies' is often associated with the 'soldes' (seasonal sales) where people rush to buy items. In Quebec, the phrase is used similarly, but often in the context of weekend getaways to the countryside.
Plural is key
Always use 'des folies' (plural) for the idiom. 'Une folie' is for a single item.
Use with 'aller'
Use 'Je vais faire des folies' to express your intention to splurge.
Meaning
To behave extravagantly or spend a lot of money.
Plural is key
Always use 'des folies' (plural) for the idiom. 'Une folie' is for a single item.
Use with 'aller'
Use 'Je vais faire des folies' to express your intention to splurge.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Pour mon anniversaire, je vais ______ des folies !
The idiom is 'faire des folies'.
Which is the correct meaning?
What does 'faire des folies' mean?
It refers to indulgent spending.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesPour mon anniversaire, je vais ______ des folies !
The idiom is 'faire des folies'.
What does 'faire des folies' mean?
It refers to indulgent spending.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, if it's a fancy or expensive meal.
No, it's usually a fun, positive way to describe indulgence.
Related Phrases
Dépenser sans compter
synonymTo spend without counting
Se faire plaisir
similarTo treat oneself
