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take a step back in French

take a step back in French is prendre de la distance, prendre de la hauteur, prendre du recul.

take a step back in French

prendre de la distance

verb

prendre de la hauteur

verb

prendre du recul

verb

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "take a step back" in French?

"take a step back" in French is prendre de la distance, prendre de la hauteur, prendre du recul.

Are there other ways to say "take a step back" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "take a step back": prendre de la distance, prendre de la hauteur, prendre du recul.

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