en veine
The English phrase 'on a roll' can be translated into French as en veine.
The phrase en veine is used to describe someone experiencing a period of continuous success or good luck.
Meaning: having a streak of good luck or good progress or success (prep_phrase)
How does it change in a sentence?
In a full sentence, en veine is typically used with the verb être (to be).
Did you know?
- If someone is no longer en veine, they might be described as avoir la poisse, which refers to the sticky feeling of pitch or tar.
- The phrase implies you have 'hit a vein' of luck, much like a miner hitting a rich vein of ore in a rock wall.
- While 'on a roll' in English evokes the image of movement or a turning wheel, en veine is rooted in the idea of hitting a hidden, precious deposit.
Examples in context
- Je suis en veine, là.I'm on a roll right now.This sentence is useful for expressing that you are currently experiencing a streak of success using en veine.Tatoeba #11026171 by lbdx, translation #5187257 by CM
- Paul est sur une lancée impressionnante avec ses ventes cette année.Paul is on an impressive roll with his sales this year.
- L'entreprise est en pleine réussite avec son expansion à l'international.The company is on a roll with its international expansion.
- Juliette traverse une bonne période avec ses projets artistiques.Juliette is on a roll with her artistic projects.
- Elle est vraiment en veine en ce moment.She is really on a roll right now.
Example conversation
Lucas and Chloé are talking about their friend's recent successes at work.
- LucasTu as vu les promotions de Marc ?Did you see Marc's promotions?
- ChloéOui, il est vraiment en veine ces derniers temps.Yes, he is really on a roll lately.
- LucasC'est impressionnant, il réussit tout.It is impressive, he succeeds at everything.
- ChloéC'est vrai, il ne s'arrête plus.That's true, he's just unstoppable.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
