A1 Idiom Neutral

Donner le feu vert

To give the green light

Meaning

To give permission or authorization for something to proceed.

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Cultural Background

In French business, 'donner le feu vert' is a common way to show that a manager has taken responsibility for a decision. The phrase is used identically in Quebec, reflecting the shared influence of international traffic standards.

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Remember the verb

Always use 'donner' (to give) for this phrase.

Meaning

To give permission or authorization for something to proceed.

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Remember the verb

Always use 'donner' (to give) for this phrase.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Le directeur a ____ le feu vert pour le projet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donné

The verb used with 'le feu vert' is 'donner'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Le directeur a ____ le feu vert pour le projet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donné

The verb used with 'le feu vert' is 'donner'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is neutral and fits most situations.

Related Phrases

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Avoir le feu vert

similar

To have permission

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Donner son accord

synonym

To give one's agreement

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