Meaning
To look sad, disappointed, or displeased.
Cultural Background
French people often express disappointment through subtle facial cues rather than verbalizing it immediately. The phrase is understood, but 'faire la baboune' is more common for sulking.
Context is key
Always check if the person is sick or just sad before using this.
Meaning
To look sad, disappointed, or displeased.
Context is key
Always check if the person is sick or just sad before using this.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Quand il a vu les résultats, il a fait ______ mine.
The idiom is 'faire grise mine'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesQuand il a vu les résultats, il a fait ______ mine.
The idiom is 'faire grise mine'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it works for anyone.
Related Phrases
Avoir mauvaise mine
similarTo look sick/unwell
Faire la tête
synonymTo sulk
