Example: Tout bien pesé, il vaut mieux accepter cette offre aujourd'hui.
Definition
"Tout bien pesé" is a French expression meaning after careful consideration or weighing all aspects, suggesting that a decision or judgment has been made thoughtfully and thoroughly. For example, it indicates concluding that accepting an offer is the best choice after evaluating all factors.
Translations
All things weighed
Bien considerado
Alles afgewogen
Tot ben sospesat
Alles gut abgewogen
Etymology
The phrase "Tout bien pesé" literally translates to 'everything well weighed' in English. It originates from the French verb 'peser,' meaning to weigh, implying a metaphorical weighing of pros and cons before making a decision. Did you know this expression reflects the old practice of weighing goods to ensure fairness and accuracy, now applied figuratively to decisions?
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All things weighed