Example: Force est de reconnaître que ses arguments étaient convaincants.
Definition
"Force est de reconnaître" is a French expression used to admit or acknowledge something reluctantly but inevitably, often when the facts or arguments are undeniable. It means that one must concede or accept a truth despite previous doubts or opposition.
Translations
One has to acknowledge
Hay que reconocer
Men moet erkennen
Cal reconèixer
Man muss anerkennen
Etymology
The phrase "Force est de reconnaître" comes from classical French, where "force" means strength or necessity, and "est de reconnaître" translates as 'is to recognize or admit.' Together, it conveys the unavoidable necessity to acknowledge something. Did you know this expression reflects a formal style often found in legal or philosophical texts?
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One has to acknowledge