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décision

decision

noun deh-see-ZYOHN Less Common

Usage Note

Décision is a feminine noun closely paired with the verb prendre — one 'takes' a decision in French (prendre une décision) rather than 'making' one as in English. The adjective form is décisif/décisive, meaning decisive or crucial.

Examples

"Elle a pris une décision difficile."

Natural Translation

She made a difficult decision.

Literal Translation

She took a difficult decision.

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