Remarque (en. Remark)

[ʁəmaʁk]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Observation or comment made on a subject.
His remark about the movie was very relevant.
Sa remarque sur le film a été très pertinente.
Indication or note that draws attention.
He left a remark on the report.
Il a laissé une remarque sur le rapport.
Opinion or judgment expressed verbally or in writing.
She made a remark about the team's behavior.
Elle a formulé une remarque sur le comportement de l'équipe.

Etymology

From the verb 'remarquer', which comes from the Latin 'remarcare' (re- + marcar).

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a remark
To express a comment or observation.
faire une remarque
relevant remark
Appropriate and judicious comment.
remarque pertinente
to take the remark into account
To take into account a given observation.
prendre en compte la remarque

Related Words

to notice
To pay attention to something.
remarquer
written remark
Comment recorded in writing.
remarque écrite
author's remarks
Observations made by an author about their own work.
remarques de l'auteur

Slang Meanings

Casual comment.
He made a sarcastic remark that made the audience laugh.
Il a fait une remarque sarcastique qui a fait rire la salle.
Catchy phrase.
Her shocking remark attracted everyone's attention.
Sa remarque choc a attiré l'attention de tout le monde.