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Maximiliano Poggio · Answer 1 · 2016-10-17T13:21:34+0000

The expression faux pas comes from French, where it means "false step", "misstep" (in a physical as well as a figurative sense). It has been used in English for over 300 years. Synonyms in English include gaffe and (social) blunder.

Flavia Obreja · Answer 2 · 2016-10-20T13:51:05+0000

It's French and it means a mistake as a consequence of being clumsy. 'If the faux pas in question was unintentional, it often leads to a very awkward moment.' (a major breach in education or of etiquette)

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