aller loin
/a.lɛʁ lwɛ̃/
to go far
Il veut aller loin dans sa carrière.
He wants to go far in his career.
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
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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
rootloin
far
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