Crossword puzzle : Expressing sarcasm in French

Think you’ve mastered French? Time to sharpen your wit. This crossword explores the subtle — and not so subtle — art of sarcasm in French, from biting expressions to ironic turns of phrase favoured by native speakers. At C1 level, you’ll need more than a dictionary; you’ll need a flair for nuance, tone, and a touch of mauvaise foi.

Horizontalement

1. 2. Sneering or mocking laughter
2. 5. Light mockery or banter
3. 7. Satirical piece mocking someone
4. 8. In an ironic manner, saying opposite
5. 11. Rude, not showing proper respect
6. 12. Act of deliberately annoying someone
7. 13. Soon
8. 14. To want

Verticalement

1. 1. Twilight, dusk at day's end
2. 3. Bitter, cutting remark or tone
3. 4. To lead or rule a country
4. 6. Person who flatters insincerely
5. 9. To tease someone playfully
6. 10. To pretend or fake a feeling