Why does the example regarding toilet paper above talk about "chocolat" but is translated as "disappointed" . Is this an idiom?t but is

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Why does the example regarding toilet paper above talk about "chocolat" but is translated as "disappointed" . Is this an idiom?t but is

This question relates to:French lesson "Conjugate avoir in the conditional present in French (Le Conditionnel Présent)"

Asked 5 years ago

CécileKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Hi Joanna,

The expression 'être chocolat' is indeed idiomatic meaning -

to lose out/to miss out.

It can also mean to be duped.

But well spotted!

Like55 years ago

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Why does the example regarding toilet paper above talk about "chocolat" but is translated as "disappointed" . Is this an idiom?t but is

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