Opinion - Accord ou Approbation

Découvrez comment les expressions idiomatiques anglaises comme "common ground" et "take kindly to" sont liées à l'accord ou à l'approbation en anglais.

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Commencer à apprendre

to take kindly to somebody or something

[Phrase]

to show that one is attracted by or pleased with someone or something

accueillir favorablement, prendre en sympathie

Ex: The teacher took kindly to the student's sincere apology and offered guidance for improvement.

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you bet

[Interjection]

used to strongly affirm or agree with a statement

bien sûr, évidemment

Ex: "This is the best plan we've had." — "You bet it is."

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common ground

[nom]

shared opinions, beliefs, or interests between parties that have disagreements about other things

terrain d'entente, point commun

Ex: Despite their differing political views, the panelists were able to find common ground on the importance of economic stability.

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fair enough

[Interjection]

used to acknowledge the validity or logic behind someone's assertion, even if one doesn't entirely agree with it

c'est juste, ça se défend

Ex: Fair enough, I'll make sure to spend more time on my academics.

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I hear you

[phrase]

used to tell someone that one completely understands or agrees with what they are saying

je te comprends, je vois ce que tu veux dire

Ex: I hear you, it can be exhausting.

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you can say that again

[phrase]

used to express one's complete agreement with someone's statement

tu peux le dire, c'est clair

Ex: This traffic is awful. You can say that again.

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to see eye to eye

[Phrase]

to completely agree with someone and understand their point of view

être sur la même longueur d'onde, voir les choses de la même façon

Ex: Despite their different backgrounds, the two politicians were able to see eye to eye on the need for educational reform.

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to preach to the choir

[Phrase]

to attempt to make people accept ideas, opinions, etc. that they already agree with

prêcher des convaincus, convaincre des convaincus

Ex: The political candidate's speech at the rally was well-received, but some argued that it was preaching to the converted since the attendees already supported their campaign.

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on the same wavelength

[Phrase]

used to say that one person has the same ideas, opinions, or mentality as another person

sur la même longueur d'onde, penser pareil

Ex: During the brainstorming session, the team members quickly realized they were on the same wavelength, generating innovative ideas seamlessly.

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on the same page

[Phrase]

in complete agreement with someone

sur la même longueur d'onde, être d'accord sur toute la ligne

Ex: The coach gathered the team before the game to ensure they were on the same page regarding the game plan and tactics.

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meeting of (the) minds

[Phrase]

a situation in which two parties are in full agreement with one another

accord complet, concordance de vues

Ex: The negotiations were successful as both parties experienced a meeting of minds on the key terms of the contract.

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thumbs up

[Phrase]

an instance or gesture that indicates approval or satisfaction

pouce levé, signe d'approbation

Ex: The team leader gave a thumbs up to the new project proposal, indicating approval and support.

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of course my horse

[Interjection]

used to express one's agreement or approval

bien sûr, évidemment

Ex: I think Jet Storm will take the gold today.

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to hit the nail on the head

[Phrase]

to say or do the exact right thing in a particular situation

mettre le doigt dessus, viser juste

Ex: The coach analyzed my form and said I was holding the racket too tight - he really hit the nail on the head with that observation.

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to ring true

[Phrase]

to seem true or reasonable to one

sonner juste, paraître crédible

Ex: His explanation for failing the test didn't really ring true to me.

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to back the right horse

[Phrase]

to support someone who will later bring one profit by achieving success

miser sur le bon cheval, parier sur le gagnant

Ex: By investing in renewable technology early, that company really backed the right horse for future growth.

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it would not do somebody any harm

[phrase]

used to refer to something as a good idea or a reasonable choice

ça ne ferait pas de mal, ce ne serait pas une mauvaise idée

Ex: A bit of exercise wouldn't do you any harm - it could boost your mood and health.

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to eat one's words

[Phrase]

to take back something one has said previously

ravaler ses paroles, reconnaître son erreur

Ex: I said I'd never try skydiving, but after loving it I had to eat my words.

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that is about the size of it

[phrase]

used to emphasize the truth of what one is saying

c'est à peu près ça, voilà l'essentiel

Ex: After explaining the issue, my friend said "that is about the size of it" in agreeing I pinpointed the problem.

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to sign on the dotted line

[Phrase]

to sign a document to show that one has agreed to do or buy something

signer le contrat, apposer sa signature

Ex: The entrepreneur was excited about the business deal and eagerly signed on the dotted line, officially sealing the partnership.

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to sit well with somebody or something

[Phrase]

to be agreeable or acceptable to someone or something

être bien accepté, passer auprès de quelqu'un

Ex: The changes to the project didn't sit well with the team, so they decided to revise the plan.

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Opinion
Accord ou Approbation	Désaccord ou Désapprobation	Criticism	Rebuke
Exprimer des Opinions	Discussion	Point de Vue	Faire un point
Pensées et Hypothèses	Argument	Quarrel

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