être dans le cirage
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
verb phrase
1.
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(to have poor visibility)
a. to not be able to see anything
Le pilote était dans le cirage à cause du brouillard.The pilot wasn't able to see anything because of the fog.
2.
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(to be confused)
a. to be groggy
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
T'as l'air complètement dans le cirage ! T'as mal dormi ?You're looking completely groggy! Did you sleep badly?
b. to be in a daze
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
Après l'opération, Lucie était dans le cirage à cause de l'anesthésie.After the surgery, Lucie was in a daze from the anesthesia.
c. to be completely lost
La discussion allait trop vite. Je ne savais pas quoi répondre, j'étais dans le cirage.The discussion was moving too fast. I didn't know what to say; I was completely lost.
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