Example: Le comité a finalement donné le feu vert au projet innovant.
Definition
"Donner le feu vert" means to give approval or permission to proceed with a plan, project, or action. It is commonly used to indicate that someone has officially allowed something to start or continue without obstruction.
Translations
To give the green light
Dar luz verde
Groen licht geven
Donar llum verda
Grünes Licht geben
Etymology
The phrase "donner le feu vert" literally translates to "give the green light" in English. It originates from traffic signals where a green light signals permission to go. This metaphorical use of the phrase has been adopted to signify granting approval or authorization.
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To give the green light