C'est tout
Example: C'est tout ce que je voulais dire aujourd'hui.
Definition
"C'est tout" is a French expression used to indicate that something is finished or complete, often meaning 'that's all' or 'that's it.' It is commonly used to conclude statements or emphasize that nothing more needs to be added.
Etymology
The phrase "C'est tout" comes from the French words 'ce' (this/that), 'est' (is), and 'tout' (all/everything). It literally translates to 'it is all,' used since the Middle Ages to express completeness or finality. Did you know it is often used conversationally to signal the end of a topic?
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