licence artistique
The English phrase "artistic license" is translated into French as licence artistique.
The term refers to the freedom to ignore some facts or rules for the sake of creating a better work of art.
Did you know?
- In a French university, a licence is a specific type of undergraduate degree, making the term 'licence artistique' potentially confusing if used in an academic setting.
- If a French critic accuses an author of prendre des libertés rather than using licence artistique, the tone shifts from a technical description to a harsh accusation of being unruly or disrespectful.
- While licence artistique is the general term, French writers frequently use licence poétique when they specifically alter the rhythm or rhyme of a poem.
Examples in context
- C'est simplement une question de licence artistique.It is simply a matter of artistic license.
- Il a pris une certaine licence artistique dans son roman.He took some artistic license in his novel.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a historical film at a café.
- ManonCette scène historique n'est pas tout à fait exacte.This historical scene is not quite accurate.
- GabrielOui, mais c'est de la licence artistique.Yes, but it is artistic license.
- ManonGabriel, tu es trop exigeant sur les détails !Gabriel, you are too demanding about the details!
- GabrielPeut-être, mais j'aime la précision.Maybe, but I love precision.
