뜻
To support one side in a conflict.
문화적 배경
The 'intellectuel engagé' is a major cultural figure. Taking a side is seen as a moral duty in many social circles. Neutrality is a national value. 'Prendre parti' in international conflicts is something the Swiss government historically avoids. The phrase is used frequently in the context of the sovereignty debate. People are often asked to 'prendre parti' for or against independence. While debate is encouraged, managers are often trained to remain neutral ('ne pas prendre parti') to maintain team cohesion.
No Article!
Never say 'prendre un parti' when you mean taking a side. It's always 'prendre parti'.
The 'Pour/Contre' Rule
Always follow the phrase with 'pour' or 'contre' to make your sentence complete and clear.
뜻
To support one side in a conflict.
No Article!
Never say 'prendre un parti' when you mean taking a side. It's always 'prendre parti'.
The 'Pour/Contre' Rule
Always follow the phrase with 'pour' or 'contre' to make your sentence complete and clear.
Intellectual Duty
In France, being 'engagé' (committed) is often seen as a virtue. Don't be afraid to use this phrase in debates!
셀프 테스트
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition (pour/contre) and the phrase 'prendre parti'.
Dans ce débat, je refuse de ________ ________ ________ l'un des candidats.
We use 'prendre parti pour' to mean taking a side in favor of someone. No article is needed.
Which sentence uses the expression correctly to mean 'to resign oneself'?
Choose the correct form:
'Prendre son parti de' is the specific reflexive form used for resignation.
Match the sentence to the correct context.
Sentence: 'L'intellectuel doit prendre parti.'
The concept of 'taking a side' is central to French intellectual history.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
- Pourquoi tu ne dis rien ? - Je ne connais pas assez l'histoire pour ________.
The standard idiom is 'prendre parti' without an article.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Dans ce débat, je refuse de ________ ________ ________ l'un des candidats.
We use 'prendre parti pour' to mean taking a side in favor of someone. No article is needed.
Choose the correct form:
'Prendre son parti de' is the specific reflexive form used for resignation.
Sentence: 'L'intellectuel doit prendre parti.'
The concept of 'taking a side' is central to French intellectual history.
- Pourquoi tu ne dis rien ? - Je ne connais pas assez l'histoire pour ________.
The standard idiom is 'prendre parti' without an article.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is neutral to formal. You can use it in a professional email or a casual conversation with friends.
It's grammatically correct but rare. Usually, you take a side in a conflict between others.
The opposite is 'rester neutre' or 'demeurer impartial'.
Yes, but 'supporter' or 'être pour' is more common for fans. Use 'prendre parti' if you are an observer choosing who to support.
It's a fixed idiomatic expression. Many French idioms with 'prendre' drop the article (e.g., prendre congé, prendre peur).
Not necessarily a physical fight, but always a disagreement, debate, or choice between opposing views.
Say 'Je ne prends pas parti' or 'Je refuse de prendre parti'.
Yes, in this expression. 'Une partie' (feminine) means a part of a whole or a game, but 'un parti' is a side or a political group.
Yes, especially if asked how you handle conflict. 'Je préfère écouter les deux versions avant de prendre parti.'
'Trancher' means to make a final decision to end a debate, while 'prendre parti' just means joining one side.
관련 표현
Prendre fait et cause pour
specialized formTo support someone's cause passionately.
Se ranger du côté de
synonymTo side with someone.
Prendre son parti de
similarTo resign oneself to something.
Tirer parti de
similarTo take advantage of something.
Avoir un parti pris
builds onTo be biased.
