autant en emporte le vent

French

Etymology

Literally, “the wind carries as many [promises] away”.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /o.tɑ̃ ɑ̃.n‿ɑ̃.pɔʁ.t(ə) lə vɑ̃/

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Phrase

autant en emporte le vent

1. these are empty promises; these are idle threats

See also

• paroles en l’air
• promettre monts et merveilles