Écrits (en. Writings)

/ekʁi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
a collection of written texts
The writings of this author are very influential.
Les écrits de cet auteur sont très influents.
literary or written production
He devoted his life to the writing of his works.
Il a consacré sa vie à la rédaction de ses écrits.
official or personal documents
The writings preserved in the archives are valuable.
Les écrits conservés dans les archives sont précieux.

Etymology

From the French verb 'écrire', meaning to put words on paper.

Common Phrases and Expressions

personal writings
personal texts reflecting a person's thoughts or experiences.
écrits de soi
to write writings
to draft documents or texts.
faire des écrits
school writings
written assignments required in the context of studies.
écrits scolaires

Related Words

to write
the act of drafting or composing something on paper.
écrire
author
a person who writes, creator of written works.
auteur
manuscript
a handwritten document, before being printed.
manuscrit

Slang Meanings

hot writings
The hot writings from this blog attract a lot of attention.
Les écrits chauds de ce blog attirent beaucoup d'attention.
rough writings
He proposed rough writings during the meeting.
Il a proposé des écrits à l'arrache lors de la réunion.