French phrase

Ne jouez pas au ~ !

Meaning

Don't act like a ___!

When to use it

A rebuke for acting as though one is a heroic figure. It often criticizes attention-seeking or overzealous behavior.

Example dialogue

Il veut intervenir.

He wants to intervene.

Ne jouez pas au sauveur !

Don't act like a savior!

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