B2 Expression محايد

en clair

in plain language, clearly

المعنى

Explained in a simple, understandable way.

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خلفية ثقافية

French speakers value intellectual directness. Using 'en clair' is a sign of respect for the listener's intellect. In Quebec, 'en clair' is understood but 'dire les vraies affaires' is often preferred for the same meaning. Used similarly to France, often in political contexts to cut through bureaucratic language. Used in professional settings, often to avoid the 'politeness trap' of Swiss-French communication.

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Use it as a transition

Use 'en clair' to transition from polite talk to the real point.

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Don't be rude

Because it is so direct, ensure your tone is calm to avoid sounding aggressive.

المعنى

Explained in a simple, understandable way.

🎯

Use it as a transition

Use 'en clair' to transition from polite talk to the real point.

⚠️

Don't be rude

Because it is so direct, ensure your tone is calm to avoid sounding aggressive.

اختبر نفسك

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: en clair

The phrase is 'en clair', which is invariable.

Choose the sentence where 'en clair' is used correctly.

Which sentence is correct?

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Il a parlé en clair.

'En clair' is an adverbial phrase used with verbs, not an adjective.

Match the phrase to its meaning.

Match 'en clair' to its meaning.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Directly/Clearly

'En clair' means to speak without ambiguity.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Je ne comprends pas tes intentions. B: _____, je veux partir.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 النتيجة: /4

وسائل تعلم بصرية

بنك التمارين

4 تمارين
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank A2

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: en clair

The phrase is 'en clair', which is invariable.

Choose the sentence where 'en clair' is used correctly. Choose B1

Which sentence is correct?

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Il a parlé en clair.

'En clair' is an adverbial phrase used with verbs, not an adjective.

Match the phrase to its meaning. Match A1

طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Directly/Clearly

'En clair' means to speak without ambiguity.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B2

A: Je ne comprends pas tes intentions. B: _____, je veux partir.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 النتيجة: /4

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

No, it is for information or speech.

It is neutral. It works in most settings.

No, it is invariable.

Yes, very common in daily life.

No, it never takes an 'e'.

No, 'transparent' is for physical things or processes.

The opposite is 'langue de bois' or 'codé'.

Yes, it is great for clarifying points.

It can be if your tone is harsh.

Yes, it is a cryptographic term.

عبارات ذات صلة

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Sans détour

synonym

Without detour

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Mettre les points sur les i

similar

To dot the i's

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Dire les choses comme elles sont

similar

To say things as they are

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Langue de bois

contrast

Wooden language

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