D'expression (en. Expression)

/dɛks.pʁe.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The quality of a term that is used to express ideas.
An author's style of expression can influence the reader's understanding.
Le style d'expression d'un auteur peut influencer la compréhension du lecteur.
The means by which a thought is communicated.
Forms of artistic expression are very varied.
Les formes d'expression artistique sont très variées.

Etymology

Comes from Old French 'expression', derived from Latin 'expressio', which means 'to express'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

artistic expression
A means of communicating emotions through the arts.
expression artistique
freedom of expression
The right to express oneself without censorship or restriction.
liberté d'expression

Related Words

expression
The act of conveying a thought or emotion.
expression
expressed
The quality of having said or formulated something.
exprimé

Slang Meanings

To speak in a figurative manner.
He uses a lot of metaphors in his expression.
Il utilise beaucoup de métaphores dans son expression.
To express oneself freely, often in disagreement with authority.
In the street, there were many expressions of dissatisfaction.
Dans la rue, il y avait beaucoup d'expressions de mécontentement.