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    Vis-à-vis (en. Vis à vis)

    /vi za vi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    preposition
    Indicates a relative position between two objects or people.
    He sat opposite her.
    Il s'est assis vis-à-vis d'elle.
    Used to express a relationship between two concepts or entities.
    The project must be analyzed in relation to its budget.
    Le projet doit être analysé vis-à-vis de son budget.

    Etymology

    French expression meaning 'opposite' or 'in relation to'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    vis-à-vis of
    In regard to something.
    vis-à-vis de
    position oneself vis-à-vis of
    To declare an opinion or point of view on something.
    se positionner vis-à-vis de

    Related Words

    face
    The visible side of an object or person.
    face
    relation
    The link that unites people or things.
    relation

    Slang Meanings

    In the context of confrontation.
    We had a real confrontation on this subject.
    On a eu un vrai vis-à-vis sur ce sujet.
    Used to describe a situation of opposition.
    The confrontation between the two teams was palpable.
    Le vis-à-vis entre les deux équipes était palpable.