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    D'un (en. Of one)

    /dœ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Contraction of 'de' and 'un', used to indicate belonging.
    He needs a book to study.
    Il a besoin d'un livre pour étudier.
    Expresses an indeterminate quantity or a unique reference.
    I opened the window all at once.
    J'ai ouvert d'un coup la fenêtre.
    Used in comparative expressions.
    This is at a higher level than the previous one.
    C'est d'un niveau supérieur au précédent.

    Etymology

    Contraction of the preposition 'de' and the indefinite article 'un'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    all at once
    indicates that something is done quickly or suddenly.
    d'un coup
    in one stroke
    in a smooth and continuous manner.
    d'un trait
    by mutual agreement
    means that all parties agree.
    d'un commun accord

    Related Words

    de
    preposition indicating origin or source.
    de
    un
    masculine singular indefinite article.
    un
    une
    feminine singular indefinite article.
    une

    Slang Meanings

    term used to denote a unique situation.
    It was of an incredible level!
    C'était d'un niveau incroyable!
    indicates something rare or exceptional.
    This dish has an exceptional taste.
    Ce plat est d'un goût exceptionnel.