la carrure d’

the stature to be

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phrase Rare #41,962

the stature to be Used with avoir la carrure de + a noun to say that someone has—or does not have—the qualities, ability, or authority needed for a role. It can also refer literally to someone's build or physique.

FR: Elle n’a pas la carrure d’une dirigeante.

EN: She doesn’t have what it takes to be a leader.

Vous n’avez pas la carrure d’un meneur.

You don't have the makings of a leader.

Je ne pense pas avoir la carrure d’un enseignant.

I don't think I have what it takes to be a teacher.

Vous n’avez pas la carrure d’une meneuse.

You don't have what it takes to be a leader.

Je ne pense pas avoir la carrure d’une enseignante.

I don't think I have what it takes to be a teacher.

Tu n’as pas la carrure d’une meneuse.

You don't have what it takes to be a leader.