Clair (en. Clear)

/klɛʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Obvious, intelligible.
It is clear that we need to move forward.
Il est clair que nous devons avancer.
Bright, well-lit.
The room is bright thanks to the large windows.
La pièce est claire grâce aux grandes fenêtres.
Transparent, allowing things to be seen through.
The lake water is clear.
L'eau du lac est claire.

Etymology

From Latin 'clarus' which means bright or shining.

Common Phrases and Expressions

clear as crystal
Very obvious, unambiguous.
clair comme de l'eau de roche
see clearly
To understand a situation or a problem.
voir clair
it's clear
It's obvious, there’s no doubt about it.
c'est clair

Related Words

clarity
Characteristic of being clear, brightness.
clarté
clairvoyant
Having the ability to perceive invisible things.
clairvoyant
elucidate
To make clear or to understand something.
élucider

Slang Meanings

Nice, cool.
This movie, it’s clear!
Ce film, il est clair !
It's obvious.
Clear that I won!
Clair que j'ai gagné !