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avoir voix au chapitre

The French expression “avoir voix au chapitre” translates literally to “to have voice in the chapter”.

English meaning:

  • to have your say
  • to have a say in the matter

French meaning:

  • pouvoir exprimer ses pensées – the ability to express your thoughts

Example sentence:

  • À propos de ce sujet, nous pensons que chaque membre de l’équipe a voix au chapitre. With regards to this matter, we believe that each team member has his or her say.

Related synonyms:

  • dire ce que l’on a à dire – Lit: to say what one has to say
  • avoir son mot à dire – Lit: to have your word to say

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David Issokson

David Issokson is a lifelong language learner and speaks over seven languages. Of all the languages he speaks, he's the most passionate about French! David has helped hundreds of students to improve their French in his private lessons. When not teaching or writing his French Word of the Day lessons, David enjoys his time skiing, hiking and mountain biking in Victor, Idaho.

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