tant qu'on y est

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French

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /tɑ̃ k‿ɔ̃.n‿i ɛ/

Adverb

tant qu’on y est

  1. (informal) while we're at it
    Synonym: pendant qu’on y est

Usage notes

  • Often used to express one's flabbergast or indignation about something, by ironically suggesting to go even further.
  • Also used with other pronouns, especially tu: tant que tu y es.

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