Exacts (en. Exact)
/ɛɡ.zakt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is error-free or without approximation.
The data you provided must be accurate.
Les données que vous avez fournies doivent être exactes.
Which perfectly corresponds to a model or a request.
He made an exact copy of the document.
Il a réalisé une copie exacte du document.
Refers to a measurement or estimate that is very precise.
This watch shows the exact time.
Cette montre donne l'heure exacte.
Etymology
From the Latin 'exactus', which means 'finished, completed'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
right on target
To be very precise or accurate.
en plein dans le mille
dot the i's and cross the t's
To clarify matters to ensure they are correct.
mettre les points sur les i
two plus two equals four
Assertion of an indisputable truth.
deux et deux font quatre
Related Words
accuracy
The quality of being exact.
exactitude
executor
A person who demands compliance with obligations.
exacteur
fund executor
A person who ensures the conformity of accounts.
exacteur de fonds
Slang Meanings
It's perfect
Your report was accurate; it was perfect!
Ton rapport était exact, c'était nickel !
100%
I'm 100% sure it's accurate.
Je suis sûr à 100% que c'est exact.