B2 Proverb Neutral

Chacun pour soi

Every man for himself

Significado

A situation where people prioritize their own interests over others'.

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Contexto cultural

Used to criticize a lack of 'solidarité'. Used similarly to France, often in political discourse. Used in both French and Dutch contexts. Used to describe competitive business environments.

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Don't add 'et Dieu pour tous'

Unless you are being poetic or ironic, stick to the short version. The full version sounds archaic.

Significado

A situation where people prioritize their own interests over others'.

💡

Don't add 'et Dieu pour tous'

Unless you are being poetic or ironic, stick to the short version. The full version sounds archaic.

Ponte a prueba

Complete the phrase.

Dans cette situation de crise, c'est ________ pour soi.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: chacun

The phrase is 'chacun pour soi'.

🎉 Puntuación: /1

Ayudas visuales

Banco de ejercicios

1 ejercicios
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Dans cette situation de crise, c'est ________ pour soi.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: chacun

The phrase is 'chacun pour soi'.

🎉 Puntuación: /1

Preguntas frecuentes

1 preguntas

It's not rude, but it is a negative observation. Use it to describe a situation, not to insult someone directly.

Frases relacionadas

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La loi de la jungle

similar

The law of the jungle.

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Chacun son tour

contrast

Each in their turn.

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