Francophonie· easy
avoir la main verte
“to have the green hand”
Meaning
To have a natural talent for gardening
Explanation
The French equivalent of a green thumb, someone whose plants always seem to thrive.
Example
Ma voisine a vraiment la main verte, son balcon est plein de fleurs magnifiques.
My neighbour really has a green thumb, her balcony is full of gorgeous flowers.
Origin
Origin uncertain.
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