temps de chien

Meaning

bad weather, filthy weather, dreadful weather, awful weather

Example

J'utilise le mot "temps de chien".

I use the word "temps de chien".

Practice tips

• Practice temps de chien out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.

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