faire la loi
French
editAlternative forms
editEtymology
editLiterally, “to make the law.” Compare English lay down the law.
Pronunciation
editVerb
edit- (informal, figuratively) to call the shots, to call the tune, to rule the roost (to be the one who makes the rules, to be the one who decides)
- Synonym: faire la pluie et le beau temps
Usage notes
edit- Not to be confused with faire loi.