B2 Expression ニュートラル

en clair

in plain language, clearly

意味

Explained in a simple, understandable way.

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文化的背景

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.

意味

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.

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: en clair

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

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

Which sentence is correct?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 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.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Directly/Clearly

'En clair' means to speak without ambiguity.

Complete the dialogue.

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

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 スコア: /4

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

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 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?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 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

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 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.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

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.

関連フレーズ

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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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