cacher sa joie

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French

Etymology

Literally, to hide one's joy.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ka.ʃe sa ʒwa/
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Verb

cacher sa joie

  1. (informal) to contain one's excitement, to show little enthusiasm

Usage notes

  • Often used ironically, in the imperative cache ta joie ! (don't be so enthusiastic! don't look so happy about it!), meaning “you could show a little more enthusiasm”.