A1 Idiom Neutral

Donner le feu vert.

Give the green light.

Meaning

To give permission for something to proceed.

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Cultural Background

In French corporate culture, 'donner le feu vert' is often used in formal emails to confirm project milestones.

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Use it with 'donner'

Always pair this phrase with the verb 'donner' when you are the one granting permission.

Meaning

To give permission for something to proceed.

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Use it with 'donner'

Always pair this phrase with the verb 'donner' when you are the one granting permission.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Le directeur a ______ le feu vert pour le projet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donné

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

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

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it is very common in casual conversation.

Related Phrases

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Avoir le feu vert

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To have permission

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