annoncer la couleur

French

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /a.nɔ̃.se la ku.lœʁ/

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Verb

annoncer la couleur

1. (informal, figuratively) to set the rhythm, to set the tone; to show one's hand, to put one's cards on the table; to be a clear indication on what's coming next

See also

• donner le ton