avoir du pain sur la planche
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avoir du pain sur la planche
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).
1. (idiom) (to have a lot to do)
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).
a. to have a lot on one's plate (idiom)
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).
On a du pain sur la planche si on veut que tout soit terminé pour demain.We have a lot on our plate if we want everything done by tomorrow.
b. to have one's work cut out for one (idiom)
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).
Désolé, je ne peux pas t'aider. J'ai du pain sur la planche avec ce nouveau projet.Sorry, I can't help you. I have my work cut out for me with this new project.
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