Détails (en. Details)

/de.tɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Small pieces of information or characteristics of a subject.
The details of his speech were captivating.
Les détails de son discours étaient captivants.
Particularities of a work of art or a project.
The painting is magnificent; look at the details of the artwork.
Le tableau est magnifique, regardez les détails de la peinture.
The elements that make up a situation or a narrative.
All the details of the investigation were revealed.
Tous les détails de l'enquête ont été révélés.

Etymology

From the Old French 'détaillier', meaning 'to cut into parts'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to focus on the details
To focus one's attention on small important pieces of information.
se concentrer sur les détails
in the small details
To refer to something meticulous or precise.
aux petits détails
to delve into the details
To examine a situation or topic in depth.
passer dans les détails

Related Words

precision
Accuracy of information.
précision
particularity
Characteristic that distinguishes something.
particularité
element
Constituent part of a whole.
élément
aspect
Characteristic or visible element of something.
aspect

Slang Meanings

Everything is under control.
Don't worry, I have all the details in hand.
Ne t'inquiète pas, j'ai tous les détails en main.
To care about the little things.
Always into the details; it's his thing.
Toujours dans les détails, c'est son truc.