Être dans son élément
Example: Lors de la conférence, elle était dans son élément, captivant tout le monde.
Definition
"Être dans son élément" means to be in a situation or environment where one feels comfortable, confident, and able to perform at their best. For example, during the conference, she was in her element, captivating everyone with ease.
Translations
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To be in one's element -
Estar en su elemento -
In je element zijn -
Estar en el seu element -
In seinem Element sein
Etymology
The phrase "être dans son élément" literally translates from French as "to be in one's element." It originates from the idea of an element being a natural or ideal environment for something, such as water for fish or air for birds. Did you know? This expression metaphorically extends to people feeling perfectly suited to their surroundings or activities, much like an element suits its nature.
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