Significado
Considering from many different points of view.
Contexto cultural
In French high schools, students are graded on their ability to use 'mots de liaison' (connectors) like this to structure their thoughts. It is a sign of 'clarté' (clarity). While used in formal writing in Quebec, speakers might also use 'à bien des points de vue' in similar contexts, reflecting a slightly different stylistic preference. In formal administrative French in countries like Senegal or Ivory Coast, this phrase is very common in official speeches and newspaper editorials. Belgian French uses this phrase identically to France, especially in the context of the complex federal political system where every issue has 'many respects.'
The Parenthetical Punch
For maximum 'native' effect, drop the phrase in the middle of a sentence between two commas: 'C'est, à bien des égards, une réussite.'
Don't over-use it
If you use it three times in one paragraph, you will sound like a parody of a French intellectual. Save it for your strongest point.
Significado
Considering from many different points of view.
The Parenthetical Punch
For maximum 'native' effect, drop the phrase in the middle of a sentence between two commas: 'C'est, à bien des égards, une réussite.'
Don't over-use it
If you use it three times in one paragraph, you will sound like a parody of a French intellectual. Save it for your strongest point.
The 'Oui, mais' Culture
This phrase is the perfect setup for a 'Yes, but' argument. Use it to acknowledge the 'Yes' before you pivot to the 'But'.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.
Cette nouvelle loi est contestable ________.
The fixed expression uses the preposition 'à' and the quantifier 'bien des'.
Which sentence uses the phrase in the most appropriate register?
Select the best option:
The phrase is formal and analytical, making it perfect for discussing global challenges but weird for pizza or salt.
Fill in the candidate's response.
Recruteur : 'Pourquoi ce pays vous intéresse-t-il ?' Candidat : '________, sa culture et son économie sont fascinantes.'
The phrase is used here to introduce a multi-faceted reason.
Match the register with the correct sentence.
Match the following:
The use of 'égards' and 'bien des' marks the formal register.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosCette nouvelle loi est contestable ________.
The fixed expression uses the preposition 'à' and the quantifier 'bien des'.
Select the best option:
The phrase is formal and analytical, making it perfect for discussing global challenges but weird for pizza or salt.
Recruteur : 'Pourquoi ce pays vous intéresse-t-il ?' Candidat : '________, sa culture et son économie sont fascinantes.'
The phrase is used here to introduce a multi-faceted reason.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
The use of 'égards' and 'bien des' marks the formal register.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasNo. 'En quelque sorte' means 'in a way' or 'so to speak' and is more about approximation. 'À bien des égards' is about multiple concrete aspects.
Only if you are being ironic or having a very serious philosophical discussion. It's usually too formal for SMS.
Because 'bien' (meaning many) is a specific quantifier that always takes the definite article 'des'. It's an exception to the 'beaucoup de' rule.
It is always plural ('égards') because it implies multiple points of view.
You can, and people will understand you, but it sounds slightly less 'polished' than 'à bien des égards.'
Frases relacionadas
À cet égard
similarIn this regard / Concerning this point.
Eu égard à
specialized formConsidering / In view of.
Sous tous les rapports
synonymIn every respect.
À certains égards
similarIn some respects.
