Tout compte fait
Example: Tout compte fait, je préfère rester à la maison ce soir.
Definition
"Tout compte fait" is a French expression meaning 'all things considered' or 'after taking everything into account.' It is used to indicate that after thinking about all aspects of a situation, a conclusion or decision has been reached, as in "Tout compte fait, je préfère rester à la maison ce soir."
Etymology
The phrase "Tout compte fait" literally translates to 'all count done' in English. It comes from the French words 'tout' meaning 'all,' 'compte' meaning 'count,' and 'fait' meaning 'done.' This expression dates back to the idea of tallying or counting all factors before making a judgment. Did you know? It's similar to the English phrase 'all things considered,' showing how languages find ways to express thorough evaluation.
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