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    Décider (en. Decide)

    /de.si.de/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To choose an option among several.
    He decided to go on vacation.
    Il a décidé de partir en vacances.
    To make a firm resolution.
    She decided to quit smoking.
    Elle a décidé d'arrêter de fumer.
    To make a choice after consideration.
    We need to decide who will speak first.
    Nous devons décider qui va parler en premier.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'decidere', which means 'to cut' or 'to determine'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to decide on something
    To make a decision on a specific subject.
    décider de quelque chose
    to decide at the last minute
    To make a very quick decision, just before an event.
    décider à la dernière minute
    not knowing how to decide
    To be indecisive or unable to make a choice.
    ne pas savoir décider

    Related Words

    decision
    Choice made after consideration.
    décision
    determine
    To accurately set a conclusion or an option.
    déterminer
    choice
    Act of selecting from several options.
    choix

    Slang Meanings

    To have the final word.
    He decided everything; he has the final word.
    Il a décidé de tout, c’est lui qui a le dernier mot.
    To put an end to a discussion.
    She decided; there's no need to continue discussing it.
    Elle a décidé, pas la peine de continuer à en parler.