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    Paragraphe (en. Paragraph)

    [pa.ʁa.ɡʁaf]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A block of text composed of several sentences, presenting an idea or theme.
    The paragraph clearly explains the advantages of the system.
    Le paragraphe explique clairement les avantages du système.
    A part of a text that is longer, often marked by a line break.
    The author divided his essay into several paragraphs.
    L'auteur a divisé son essai en plusieurs paragraphes.
    A set of sentences organized to form a unit of meaning in a writing.
    Each paragraph should contain a main idea.
    Chaque paragraphe doit contenir une idée principale.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'paragraphe', derived from Greek 'paragraphe', meaning 'writing alongside'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    introduction paragraph
    The first section of a text that presents the subject.
    paragraphe d'introduction
    conclusion paragraph
    The last part of a text that summarizes or concludes the developed ideas.
    paragraphe de conclusion
    to write a paragraph
    To draft a section of a text.
    faire un paragraphe

    Related Words

    indentation
    A subdivision of a paragraph, often marked by an indent.
    alinéa
    text
    A set of words forming a written document.
    texte
    section
    A division of a document, possibly composed of several paragraphs.
    section

    Slang Meanings

    communication paragraph
    He wrote a communication paragraph to promote himself.
    Il a écrit un paragraphe de com' pour se faire connaître.
    writing period
    Get ready for an intense writing period, several paragraphs to produce.
    Prépare-toi à une période de rédaction intense, plusieurs paragraphes à produire.