Ça marche, mais attention
Alright, but watch out
Language note: Signifies caution even after agreeing to something.
Culture note: French language often includes a mix of agreement mixed with caution or skepticism.
Context: You agree to their joking request.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ça
[sah]
it
Refers to a previously mentioned object.
Avant de dire ça marche, mais attention, assurons-nous que le signal est correct.
Before saying it works, but be careful, let's ensure the signal is correct.
marche
[marsh]
works
Functions as it's supposed to.
Le mécanisme du téléviseur, ça marche correctement avec la pile neuve.
The TV mechanism works properly with a new battery.
mais
[may]
but
Connects contrasting statements.
On planifie pour que tout ça marche, mais attention aux imprévus.
We plan for everything to work, but beware of the unexpected.
attention
[ah-tahn-see-on]
attention
Focusing the mind on something.
Il faut de l'attention quand on change de chaîne avec la télécommande.
Attention is needed when changing channels with the remote.
Phrase Parts
Ça marche,
Mais attention
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