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    L'emportait (en. Won)

    /lɑ̃.pɔʁ.tɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of prevailing over something or someone, to win.
    In this competition, he always prevailed thanks to his determination.
    Dans cette compétition, il l'emportait toujours grâce à sa détermination.
    To overcome an obstacle or opponent.
    She was able to prevail over her doubts and fears.
    Elle était capable de l'emporter sur ses doutes et ses peurs.
    To have more weight or influence.
    This factor prevailed over all other selection criteria.
    Ce facteur l'emportait sur tous les autres critères de sélection.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'emporter', composed of the prefix 'en-' and the verb 'porter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to prevail over
    To have an advantage or superiority over someone or something.
    l'emporter sur
    prevailed against
    Reference to a victory or success against an opponent.
    l'emportait face à
    to take the piece
    To win in a competitive situation.
    emporter le morceau

    Related Words

    emporter
    To take something with you when leaving.
    emporter
    porter
    To support or hold something up.
    porter

    Slang Meanings

    To prevail with style
    He knew how to prevail with style during his speech.
    Il a su l'emporter avec classe lors de son discours.
    To take the steak
    It's clear, he took the steak in this discussion.
    C'est clair, il a emporté le steak dans cette discussion.