the decision is yours
/ðə dɪˈsɪʒən ɪz jɔːrz/phrase★Intermediate
formalinformal
A phrase indicating that someone has the authority or responsibility to make a choice.
After explaining the options, the manager said, 'The decision is yours.'
The manager gave the team the authority to choose after presenting the choices.
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Often used to empower someone to make a choice without pressure.
Collocations
the final decision is yoursthe ultimate choice is yoursthe decision is entirely yoursyou have complete freedom to choose
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
the ball is in your courtidiom
it's your turn to act or decide
you call the shotsidiom
you have the authority to make decisions
💡Pro Tip
Politeness
Use this phrase to show respect and give someone autonomy in decision-making.
⚡Gold Rule
Clarity
Ensure the person understands the options before saying 'the decision is yours.'
📖Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'decision' (choice) and 'yours' (belonging to you).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is polite and respectful, often used in professional or personal contexts to delegate decision-making.
Word Breakdown
the decision
the choice to be made
noun phraseis yours
belongs to you
possessive phraseEnglish Dictionary