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    Tranchait (en. Cut)

    /tʁɑ̃ʃɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To make a clear separation by cutting.
    He sliced the bread carefully.
    Il tranchait le pain avec soin.
    To express an opinion or judgment clearly.
    She decisively addressed the issue.
    Elle tranchait sur la question avec assurance.
    To decide or resolve a conflict by taking a side.
    The judge resolved the dispute between the two parties.
    Le juge tranchait le litige entre les deux parties.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'tranchier', which means to cut or separate.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to settle the issue
    To definitively solve a problem.
    trancher la question
    to choose between two options
    To make a clear choice between two options.
    trancher entre deux choix
    to resolve a debate
    To end a debate by providing a decision.
    trancher un débat

    Related Words

    slice
    Cut part of a whole.
    tranche
    sharp edge
    Having a sharp edge; figuratively, decisive.
    tranchant
    to slice
    Action of cutting or deciding.
    trancher

    Slang Meanings

    To make a firm decision.
    He decided on the type of evening we are going to have.
    Il a tranché sur le type de soirée qu'on va faire.
    To put an end to a discussion.
    She made a decision and said it was over.
    Elle a tranché et a dit que c'était fini.