Example: You really have a point about saving money.
Definition
"To have a point" means to express a valid or convincing argument or opinion that is relevant and worth considering. When someone says you "have a point," they acknowledge that your statement or idea is logically sound and contributes meaningfully to the discussion.
The phrase "to have a point" originates from the use of "point" meaning a sharp or distinct detail in an argument or discussion. Historically, "point" comes from the Old French 'point,' derived from Latin 'punctum,' meaning 'a prick or puncture.' Over time, it evolved metaphorically to represent a precise or important detail in reasoning, hence the phrase "to have a point."
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"To have a point" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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