French Idiom · Native
Lâcher l'affaire
To give up / to drop the matter
Pronunciation: la-SHE luh-FAR
Meaning
To abandon an effort, a task, or a pursuit, often because it's too difficult or not worth it.
Example
Après plusieurs tentatives infructueuses, il a décidé de lâcher l'affaire.
After several unsuccessful attempts, he decided to give up.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice Lâcher l'affaire out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
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- Pay attention to context: this is a native-level French idiom.