Example: À mon tour, je vais raconter une histoire amusante.
Definition
"À mon tour" is a French expression meaning 'it's my turn' or 'now it's my chance' to do something, often used when someone wants to take their turn in a conversation or activity, as in the example phrase where the speaker indicates it is time for them to tell a funny story.
Translations
My turn
Ahora me toca
Nu ben ik aan de beurt
Ara em toca
Jetzt bin ich dran
Etymology
The phrase "À mon tour" comes from French, where "à" means 'to' or 'at,' "mon" means 'my,' and "tour" means 'turn' or 'round.' It literally translates as 'at my turn,' reflecting the idea of taking one's place in a sequence. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in games and conversations to signify readiness to participate.
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My turn