How to Say ‘This tells you’ in French
C'est vous dire
seh ay voo deer
[seh ay voo deer]
💬 Usage Tip: A common expression used to indicate the significance or import of what follows.
🇫🇷 In France: This phrase sets the stage for stating something meaningful or impactful in conversation.
Phrase Breakdown
C'
[seh]
it's
Contraction for 'it is'.
C'est vrai.
It's true.
est
[ay]
is
Conjugation of the verb 'to be'.
Ce livre est intéressant.
This book is interesting.
vous
[voo]
for you
Addressing someone directly.
C'est pour vous.
It's for you.
dire
[deer]
to say
To express in words.
Il va dire la vérité.
He is going to say the truth.
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