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take the floor

/teɪk ðə flɔːr/

Traducción: Comenzar a hablar en una reunión formal, debate o evento público, especialmente cuando se ha concedido el derecho a dirigirse a la audiencia.

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/teɪk ðə flɔːr/B2formalpolitical
  • esComenzar a hablar en una reunión formal, debate o evento público, especialmente cuando se ha concedido el derecho a dirigirse a la audiencia.

To begin speaking in a formal meeting, debate, or public assembly, especially when one has been given the right to address the audience.

  1. Begin speaking in a meetingB2formal

    To start speaking in a formal meeting or debate, especially after being given permission.

    estomar la palabra

    • The senator took the floor to discuss the new bill.
    • After the chairman's introduction, she took the floor.
    • He waited for his turn to take the floor.
  2. Begin dancingB2informal

    To start dancing, especially on a dance floor.

    essalir a la pista de baile

    • The couple took the floor for their first dance.
    • Everyone cheered as the bride and groom took the floor.
    • He nervously took the floor at the party.