Example: Il va de soi que tu dois finir tes devoirs avant de sortir.
Definition
"Il va de soi" is a French expression meaning that something is obvious or goes without saying. It is used to indicate that a particular fact or statement is so clear and self-evident that it requires no further explanation or proof.
Translations
It goes without saying
Es evidente
Dat spreekt vanzelf
És evident
Das versteht sich von selbst
Etymology
The expression "Il va de soi" literally translates to 'it goes of itself' in English. It originates from a combination of 'il' (it), 'va' (goes), and 'de soi' (of itself), emphasizing that the matter naturally follows or is evident without external intervention. Did you know this phrase highlights the natural and automatic acceptance of an idea?
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It goes without saying