jeter des perles aux pourceaux

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French

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Etymology

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Literally, to throw pearls to the swine. From Matthew 7:6.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ʒə.te de pɛʁl o puʁ.so/
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Verb

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jeter des perles aux pourceaux

  1. (figuratively) to cast pearls before swine
    Synonym: donner de la confiture à des cochons