Meaning
To briefly summarize or assess the current situation.
Cultural Background
Meetings are often structured around a 'point'. It is expected that you come prepared to contribute to this summary. Similar usage, though sometimes 'faire un suivi' is preferred for project tracking. Very common in the professional world, often used to ensure precision. Used interchangeably with 'faire le point'.
Use it to lead
If you are in a meeting and things are chaotic, saying 'Faisons un point' makes you look like a leader.
Don't overdo it
Using it too often can make you sound like you are constantly stopping the flow of work.
Meaning
To briefly summarize or assess the current situation.
Use it to lead
If you are in a meeting and things are chaotic, saying 'Faisons un point' makes you look like a leader.
Don't overdo it
Using it too often can make you sound like you are constantly stopping the flow of work.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.
Nous devons faire un point ___ le budget.
The phrase is 'faire un point sur'.
Which sentence is most appropriate in a professional meeting?
Choose the best option:
This is the standard collocation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: On est un peu perdus avec ce projet. B: _____
This is the correct idiomatic response.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesNous devons faire un point ___ le budget.
The phrase is 'faire un point sur'.
Choose the best option:
This is the standard collocation.
A: On est un peu perdus avec ce projet. B: _____
This is the correct idiomatic response.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsBoth are correct. 'Le point' is slightly more common for a specific, known situation.
Yes, it is very professional.
Related Phrases
Faire le bilan
similarTo take stock/evaluate.
Faire un état des lieux
similarTo assess the current situation.
Faire un suivi
builds onTo follow up.
Mettre au point
specialized formTo finalize/perfect.
