On a toujours besoin
We always need
Language note: 'On' is often used instead of 'nous' in spoken French although it translates to 'one' in English.
Culture note: French people often use 'on' in informal speech to mean 'we', which might seem strange to English speakers at first.
Context: Conveyed that regardless of the workload, rest is crucial.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
On
[ohn]
One/We
Used to refer to people in general or a group including the speaker.
On doit étudier pour réussir.
We must study to succeed.
a
[ah]
Has
The third-person singular form of the verb 'avoir', indicating possession or requirement.
On a besoin de dormir.
We need to sleep.
toujours
[too-zhoor]
Always
At all times; constantly.
On a toujours besoin de café le matin.
We always need coffee in the morning.
besoin
[beh-zwan]
Need
The necessity of something.
On a toujours besoin de conseils.
We always need advice.
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