The Local explains French idiom regarding running away
The Local examines the humorous imagery behind the French expression 'prendre ses jambes à son cou' in its latest linguistic feature.
By Europa Express9 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CETUpdated 9 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET
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Strategic Context: The Local examines the humorous imagery behind the French expression 'prendre ses jambes à son cou' in its latest linguistic feature.
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According to The Local, the French idiom 'prendre ses jambes à son cou' is characterised by its humorous mental imagery. The publication explores the origins and usage of this phrase as part of its ongoing series on French expressions. No further details regarding the historical context or literal translation were provided in the source material.