Disons-le (en. Let's say it)

/di.zɔ̃ l/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

To invite someone to express a truth or reality straightforwardly.

Let's say it, we need to change our working methods.

Disons-le, il faut changer nos méthodes de travail.

Used to emphasize an idea that must be accepted.

Let's say it, the situation is serious.

Disons-le, la situation est grave.

A phrase to address a sensitive topic frankly.

Let's say it, this project is not going to work.

Disons-le, ce projet ne va pas fonctionner.

Formation derived from 'dire' in the present of the plural imperative with a connotation of frankness.

let's say it frankly

To express an idea clearly and straightforwardly.

disons-le franchement

let's say it as it is

To tell the truth without embellishment.

disons-le comme c'est

to be clear, let's say it

To clarify a situation directly.

pour être clair, disons-le

to say

To express something in words.

dire

frank

Direct and without artifice.

franc

to admit

To recognize or declare something.

avouer

Used to encourage honesty in a conversation.

When it gets complicated, let's say it, and we will move forward.

Quand ça devient compliqué, disons-le, et on avancera.

A slogan to address taboo subjects.

Among friends, we tell each other everything, let's say it!

Entre amis, on se dit tout, disons-le!