French phrase
Quel ~ faut-il pour commencer ~ ?
Meaning
How many ___ are needed to start ___?
When to use it
Asks how many people are needed to begin. It is polite and somewhat formal, often used for meetings or group activities.
Example dialogue
Quel nombre de personnes faut-il pour commencer la réunion ?
How many people are needed to start the meeting?
Il en faut au moins trois.
At least three are needed.