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Proverb
Neutral
Meaning
Be careful what you say, as someone might be listening secretly.
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Cultural Background
Used frequently in literature and film to build tension. This is a universal warning about the lack of privacy in public spaces.
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Use it to stop gossip
It is a polite way to tell someone to stop talking.
Meaning
Be careful what you say, as someone might be listening secretly.
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Use it to stop gossip
It is a polite way to tell someone to stop talking.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
Les murs ont ____ oreilles.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: des
We use the partitive/indefinite article 'des' here.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Complete the proverb.
Fill Blank
A1
Les murs ont ____ oreilles.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: des
We use the partitive/indefinite article 'des' here.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a helpful warning.
Related Phrases
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Il faut se méfier
similarOne must be suspicious
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