French Expression · Intermediate
vaches maigres
scarcity
Pronunciation: /vaʃ mɛɡʁ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "scarcity".
Example
temps de vaches maigres, période de vaches maigres, années de vaches maigres
lean times, lean period, lean years
Practice tips
- Practice vaches maigres 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.