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se mettre à nu
A pronominal verb phrase is a group of words that begins with a pronominal verb (e.g., se brosser les dents).
1. (figurative) (to reveal oneself completely)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
a. to lay oneself open (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Dans son livre, l'auteur s’est mis à nu en racontant sa vie amoureuse.In his book, the author laid himself open by talking about his love life.
b. to lay oneself bare (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Thaïs a peur de se mettre à nu et qu'on se moque d'elle.Thaïs is afraid to lay herself bare and be mocked.
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