Example: Il a fait fi des conseils pour suivre sa propre voie.
Definition
"Faire fi de" is a French expression meaning to deliberately ignore or disregard advice, opinions, or rules, often to follow one's own path or decisions despite opposition or warnings.
Translations
To disregard
Hacer caso omiso
Geen acht slaan op
Fer cas omís
Etwas missachten
Etymology
The expression "faire fi de" originates from the Old French word 'fi' meaning contempt or scorn. The phrase literally means 'to make scorn of' something, highlighting the act of showing disdain or ignoring it. Did you know it reflects a bold attitude towards conventions or advice?
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To disregard