French Expression of the Day: Mettre les bouchées doubles
According to The Local, this popular French phrase has nothing to do with food despite what its literal translation might suggest.
By Europa Express1 Aug 2026 · 05:30 CETUpdated 1 Aug 2026 · 05:30 CET
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Core Briefing: French Expression of the Day: Mettre les bouchées doubles
Strategic Context: According to The Local, this popular French phrase has nothing to do with food despite what its literal translation might suggest.
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According to The Local, the French expression mettre les bouchées doubles translates literally in a way that suggests a connection to food, but the publication notes it has nothing to do with eating.
The daily language feature from The Local explores common French idioms, offering readers insight into everyday expressions and their actual meanings used in conversational French.