Ne pas être de trop
Example: Dans cette situation complexe, vos conseils ne seront pas de trop.
Definition
"Ne pas être de trop" is a French expression meaning that something or someone is not excessive, unnecessary, or superfluous in a given situation. It implies that the presence or contribution is useful, welcome, and appreciated, especially when support or help is needed.
Etymology
The expression "Ne pas être de trop" literally translates to "not to be too much" in English. It originates from the idea that something can be 'too much' or 'too many,' and saying it 'is not too much' means it is fitting or beneficial. This phrase highlights the balance between sufficiency and excess in French idiomatic usage.
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