Is, tomber par terre, idiomatic?

Susan R.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Is, tomber par terre, idiomatic?

If not, why not use, plancher? And what happened to the definite articles?
Asked 8 years ago
LauraKwiziq team memberCorrect answer
Bonjour Susan,

Yes, "tomber par terre" is idiomatic. "Par terre" is a set expression meaning "on the ground."

Tomber au plancher is also acceptable.
Susan R.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor
Interesting, given the distinction drawn in English between "ground" and "floor" - even though this example is idiomatic. Merci!

Is, tomber par terre, idiomatic?

If not, why not use, plancher? And what happened to the definite articles?

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