faire sa valise

faire sa valise
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
a. to pack
On part tôt demain matin, donc je vais faire ma valise ce soir.We're leaving early tomorrow morning, so I'm going to pack tonight.
b. to pack one's suitcase
Benoît fait sa valise pour son voyage en Guadeloupe.Benoît is packing his suitcase for his trip to Guadeloupe.
c. to pack one's bag
Quand tu fais ta valise, n’oublie pas ton imperméable.When you pack your bag, don't forget your raincoat.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to depart for good)
a. to pack one's bags
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Si tu ne t’excuses pas, Christelle pourrait bien faire sa valise.If you don't apologize, Christelle might just pack her bags.
b. to leave
Mon collègue pense sérieusement à faire sa valise si nos conditions de travail ne s'améliorent pas.My colleague is seriously thinking about leaving if our working conditions don't improve.
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