I think "avoir les moyens" should be given as an option for "afford"

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I think "avoir les moyens" should be given as an option for "afford"

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Bonjour James,

Thank you for pointing this out! Yes, it could be an option. However, it isn't always possible to include all the different translations. Although, it is is a very good expression to know and have in your French vocabulary.

Merci et bonne journée !

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I think "avoir les moyens" should be given as an option for "afford"

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« Avoir. Porquoi ne c'est par le verbe avoir in the infinitive aprés the mot 'aprés?"Grâce à sa bonté" instead of "Grâce à sa gentillesse"?? »

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