Meaning
To leave a place suddenly and often angrily.
Cultural Background
Used in casual settings to describe dramatic exits. Similar usage, often heard in workplace gossip.
Context is key
Only use this when things are heated.
Meaning
To leave a place suddenly and often angrily.
Context is key
Only use this when things are heated.
Test Yourself
Which situation is appropriate for 'prendre la porte'?
You leave a party because you are bored.
It implies anger or being fired, not just being bored.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou leave a party because you are bored.
It implies anger or being fired, not just being bored.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if you are talking to a friend about a bad boss.
Related Phrases
Mettre à la porte
specialized formTo fire someone