Décider
Example: J'ai décidé d'aller au parc cet après-midi.
Definition
"Décider" means to make a choice or come to a resolution about something, especially after considering various options. For example, in the phrase 'J'ai décidé d'aller au parc cet après-midi,' it means having chosen to go to the park this afternoon.
Etymology
The French verb "décider" comes from the Latin word 'decidere,' which means 'to cut off,' metaphorically referring to cutting off other possibilities to make a final choice. Did you know this reflects how decision-making often involves eliminating options?
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"Décider" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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