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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