en vouloir
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en vouloir
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
b. to hold a grudge against
Tu ne peux pas en vouloir à ta mère toute ta vie !You can't hold a grudge against your mother for the rest of your life!
c. to resent
Depuis sa rupture, Élise a l’air d’en vouloir à tout le monde.Since her break-up, Élise seems to resent everyone.
d. to blame
Je ne peux pas en vouloir à Amel. Elle n’a pas fait exprès de casser la lampe.I can't blame Amel. She didn't break the lamp on purpose.
2. (colloquial) (to be very determined)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
a. to be a go-getter (colloquial)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
Je ne me fais pas de souci pour Enzo. Il est jeune, talentueux et il en veut.I'm not worried about Enzo. He's young, he's talented, and he's a go-getter.
b. to be highly motivated
Pour intégrer cette école, il faut en vouloir et ne pas avoir peur de la concurrence.To get into this school, you have to be highly motivated and not afraid of competition.
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