Il faut
It is necessary to
Language note: An idiomatic expression, often used to indicate necessity.
Culture note: In French culture, 'il faut' is commonly used in polite requests or suggestions.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Il
[eel]
It is necessary
Used to indicate a necessity or requirement.
Il faut du temps pour apprendre.
It takes time to learn.
faut
[foh]
must
To be required to do something.
Il faut manger pour vivre.
One must eat to live.
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