Jeter un œil ?

Jack G.C1Kwiziq community member

I always thought 'to have a look at' was 'jeter un coup d'œil'. Is this equivalent to 'jeter un œil' ?

Asked 3 years ago

Chris W.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Both is an option: jeter un oeil (more informal) or jeter un coup d'oeil.

Like03 years ago

CélineKwiziq Native French Teacher

Bonjour Jack,

Chris is correct! Here is a link on this very topic : coup-doeil

Bonne journée.

Like03 years ago

I always thought 'to have a look at' was 'jeter un coup d'œil'. Is this equivalent to 'jeter un œil' ?

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