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How is the phrase sur la défensive translated from French to English

Prompt à se protéger de la critique.

Quick to protect yourself from criticism.

adjective
English translation
defensive

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  • Il s'est mis sur la défensive quand j'ai posé la question. — He got defensive when I asked.

  • Inutile de te mettre autant sur la défensive. — There's no need to be so defensive about it.

  • Son ton, très sur la défensive, m'a fait changer de sujet. — Her defensive tone told me to drop the subject.

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FAQ about “sur la défensive”

How is “sur la défensive” translated from French?
“sur la défensive” translates into English as “defensive”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “sur la défensive” mean?
Meaning of “sur la défensive”: Prompt à se protéger de la critique. In English — “defensive”.
What part of speech is “sur la défensive”?
“sur la défensive” is an adjective.
Where can I see examples with “sur la défensive”?
Example sentences with “sur la défensive” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “sur la défensive”?
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