on naît avec le talent

/ɔ̃ nɛ ɑvɛk lə tɑlɑ̃/
one is born with talent

Certains pensent qu'on naît avec le talent, mais c'est aussi une question de travail.

Some people think one is born with talent, but it's also a matter of hard work.


informal

The idea that talent is an innate quality that one is born with, rather than something developed through practice or learning.

Il croit fermement qu'on naît avec le talent, et que l'effort ne compte pas.

He firmly believes that one is born with talent, and that effort doesn't matter.

This phrase is often used in discussions about the nature of talent and achievement, sometimes controversially.

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Context Matters

This phrase is often used in discussions about the nature of talent and achievement. It can be seen as controversial, as it may downplay the role of hard work and practice.

Word Origin

Derived from the French verb 'naître' (to be born) and 'talent' (talent), emphasizing the idea of innate ability.

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in debates about whether talent is innate or acquired. It can be seen as controversial, as it may downplay the role of hard work and practice.

Word Breakdown

on
one
pronoun
+
naît
is born
verb
+
avec
with
preposition
+
le talent
talent
noun
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