Ouvrer les bras

ian e.C1Kwiziq community member

Can one use ‘écarter les bras’ as an alternative to ‘ouvrer les bras’?

Asked 2 years ago

CécileKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Hi Ian,

I would say no, for arms, ouvrir grand is what is given.

You would use 'écarter' ( to spread open) for doigts/ orteils/jambes.

Bonne continuation !

Like12 years ago

ian e. asked:

Can one use ‘écarter les bras’ as an alternative to ‘ouvrer les bras’?

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