L'instruction (en. Instruction)

/lɛ̃.tʁyk.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The process by which a person acquires knowledge or skills.
Instruction is essential for personal development.
L'instruction est essentielle pour le développement personnel.
A set of rules or advice given to perform a task.
The assembly instructions were clear and easy to follow.
Les instructions de montage étaient claires et faciles à suivre.
An order given, usually written, to perform a specific action.
He followed the instructions to the letter.
Il a suivi les instructions à la lettre.

Etymology

From the Latin 'instructio', meaning 'the act of putting in order'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To give instructions
Providing guidelines for performing a task.
donner des instructions
To follow the instructions
To respect and apply the advice or orders given.
suivre les instructions
Academic instruction
Formal education in an educational institution.
instruction académique

Related Words

To instruct
To acquire knowledge.
instruire
Educator
A person who teaches.
éducateur
Training
The process of skill development.
formation

Slang Meanings

The guidelines
You must follow the guidelines to succeed.
Il faut suivre les consignes pour réussir.
The orders
The boss gave his orders to the entire team.
Le chef a donné ses ordres à toute l'équipe.