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aller loin

/a.lɛʁ lwɛ̃/
phrase★Intermediate— to go far
general

To travel or progress to a distant place or advanced stage.

Avec de la détermination, tu peux aller loin.

With determination, you can go far.

Ce projet peut nous emmener loin.

This project can take us far.

💡

This phrase is commonly used to express ambition, progress, or physical distance.

Collocations

aller loin dansto go far inpouvoir aller lointo be able to go far

Synonyms

avancerprogresserréussir

Antonyms

resterstagneréchouer

Related Phrases

aller au boutphrase
to go all the way
aller loin dans ses penséesphrase
to delve deep into one's thoughts

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The phrase can refer to physical distance or abstract progress, so pay attention to the context.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 'aller' (to go) and 'loin' (far), a straightforward combination of two common French words.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is versatile and can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as career aspirations or physical travel.

Word Breakdown

aller
to go
root
+
loin
far
root
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais

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