B2 Expression 中性

en clair

in plain language, clearly

意思

Explained in a simple, understandable way.

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文化背景

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.

意思

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.

自我测试

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: en clair

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

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

Which sentence is correct?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: 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.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Directly/Clearly

'En clair' means to speak without ambiguity.

Complete the dialogue.

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

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 得分: /4

视觉学习工具

练习题库

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

Pour _____, je ne suis pas d'accord.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: 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?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: 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

将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: 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.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: En clair

The speaker wants to be direct.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

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.

相关表达

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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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