c'est des conneries
What does “c'est des conneries” mean in English?
This means to dismiss something as bullshit or nonsense. It literally translates to 'it is stupid things.'
Literally “it is stupid things”
It's an informal expression often used in conversation to reject an idea or statement, similar to saying 'that's bullshit' in English. It's casual and can be used among friends or in less formal settings.
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Related French words
c'est quoi ce bordel
3/5 · VulgarIt means 'what the hell is going on?' or 'what is this mess?'. The literal translation is 'what is this brothel?', but that’s not how it’s used in context.
connerie
3/5 · VulgarIt refers to nonsense, a stupid act, or a mistake. Literally, it translates to 'stupid thing.'
déconner
2/5 · CoarseIt means to talk nonsense or mess around, and can also refer to something malfunctioning. The context usually clarifies whether it's joking or something going awry.
foutoir
3/5 · VulgarIt refers to a complete mess or a chaotic place. Despite its origin, it’s usually not sexual in nature.
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