B2 Expression Formal

prendre position

take a stance, state opinion

Practice it

Meaning

To express one's opinion or take a definite side on an issue.

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Cultural Background

Intellectual debate is a national sport. Similar to France, but often more pragmatic. Often used in political compromise discussions. Used in referendums and direct democracy.

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Don't add 'une'

It's always 'prendre position', never 'prendre une position'.

Meaning

To express one's opinion or take a definite side on an issue.

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Don't add 'une'

It's always 'prendre position', never 'prendre une position'.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Le gouvernement doit ________ sur ce sujet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: prendre position

The context requires expressing an opinion.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank B1

Le gouvernement doit ________ sur ce sujet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: prendre position

The context requires expressing an opinion.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only if the topic is very serious.

Related Phrases

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Prendre parti

similar

To take sides

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