Corrections (en. Corrections)

/kɔʁɛk.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Action of correcting, rectifying something.

The corrections for the math exercise have been returned.

Les corrections de l'exercice de mathématiques ont été rendues.

Observations or recommended modifications on a text.

Corrections are essential for improving the clarity of writing.

Les corrections sont essentielles pour améliorer la clarté de l'écrit.

Sanctions or measures taken to correct behavior.

Corrections applied at the disciplinary level are sometimes necessary.

Les corrections appliquées au niveau disciplinaire sont parfois nécessaires.

From Latin 'correctio', meaning 'action of correcting'.

to make corrections

To make modifications to a text or work.

faire des corrections

margin corrections

Notes or modifications written in the margins of a document.

corrections à la marge

adhere to the corrections

To follow the recommended remarks or changes.

adhérer aux corrections

to correct

To make changes to eliminate errors.

corriger

to rectify

To adjust or correct a situation or behavior.

rectifier

to rephrase

To express differently for clarity.

reformuler

Teacher's corrections

He got teacher's corrections on his essay.

Il a eu des corrections du prof sur son essai.

Redos

He received redos for several exercises.

Il a reçu des redos pour plusieurs exercices.