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The term shy. The dictionary suggests “farouche” for animals, yet here “timide” is used. Is this because C is a pet and a more personal shy applies ?

Anita P.C1KwizIQ Q&A regular contributor

The term shy. The dictionary suggests “farouche” for animals, yet here “timide” is used. Is this because C is a pet and a more personal shy applies ?

This question relates to:French writing exercise "My turtle Caroline"

Freeform Writing Exercise A1

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Cécile J.A1KwizIQ Q&A super contributorCorrect answer

Hi Anita,

You normally use 'farouche' for animals which are wild and that you wouldn't want to approach.

In the case of the turtle it is indeed a pet, so 'timide' is better....

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Anita P.C1KwizIQ Q&A regular contributor

Thank you for verifying this Cécile - I will try to keep this in mind !

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The term shy. The dictionary suggests “farouche” for animals, yet here “timide” is used. Is this because C is a pet and a more personal shy applies ?

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