A2 Idiom Very Informal

Se casser la jambe.

Break a leg.

Meaning

Used to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.

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Cultural Background

It is a mandatory tradition.

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Don't say thank you

If someone says 'merde' to you, don't say 'merci'. It's bad luck!

Meaning

Used to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.

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Don't say thank you

If someone says 'merde' to you, don't say 'merci'. It's bad luck!

Test Yourself

What do you say to a friend before their big exam?

Which is the most 'theatrical' way to wish luck?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Merde

It is the culturally accepted way to wish luck without jinxing it.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
What do you say to a friend before their big exam? Choose A2

Which is the most 'theatrical' way to wish luck?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Merde

It is the culturally accepted way to wish luck without jinxing it.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, among friends.

Related Phrases

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Bonne chance

contrast

Good luck

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