Example: Dans ce débat, elle a eu le beau rôle en convainquant tout le monde.
Definition
"Avoir le beau rôle" means to play the favorable or winning part in a situation, often gaining the advantage or praise. For example, in a debate, someone who persuades everyone effectively is said to "avoir le beau rôle."
Translations
To have the easy role
Tener el papel fácil
Er goed vanaf komen
Tenir el paper fàcil
Leichtes Spiel haben
Etymology
The phrase "avoir le beau rôle" originates from theater, where 'le beau rôle' refers to the leading or most attractive part in a play. Over time, it evolved to describe any situation where someone takes the most favorable or prominent position.
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To have the easy role