All languages in the world contain rules of expressions. Being able to express yourself appropriately in a foreign language requires having a specific approach to idiomatic expressions. The meaning of French expressions does not necessarily follow the logic of the words used in the sentence. Discover and learn a few fun and new French expressions.
Literally
It is a 2 penny-excuse.
Meaning
It is a worthless excuse.
Example
Tu essaies de te justifier, mais c'est vraiment une excuse à 2 balles.
You try to justify yourself, but it is really a worthless excuse.
Literally
To be as tall as three apples.
Meaning
To be very short or very young.
Example
Quand j'étais haut comme trois pommes, je regardais ce dessin animé.
When I was very little, I used to watch this cartoon.
Literally
To not have a coin.
Meaning
To have no money.
Example
En fin de mois, je n'ai plus un rond.
At the end of the month, I do not have any money left.