explicatif
The English word 'expository' is translated into French as explicatif.
explicatif is a formal term used to describe something that provides explanations or clarifications. It is often used to describe writing or speech intended to explain or describe a subject, such as in the phrase un texte explicatif (an expository text). In academic and professional environments, a written or oral presentation, report or lecture is referred to as an exposé.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the adjective changes to match the gender and number of the noun it modifies. Use the feminine form explicative when modifying a feminine noun, such as une méthode. Use the masculine plural form explicatifs for masculine plural nouns, and the feminine plural form explicatives for feminine plural nouns.
Did you know?
- In French, the word exposer is used both for explaining a theory and for displaying art in a gallery. This means a curator and a lecturer are both performing an exposition of their subject.
- The word exposer allows a French speaker to 'expose' a secret or a crime and 'expose' a logical argument using the same verb.
- While explicatif describes the text, the word explication can be used in French to describe a 'justification' or 'excuse' for one's behavior.
Examples in context
- J'ai lu un article explicatif intéressant sur la pollution plastique dans les océans.I read an interesting expository article about plastic pollution in the oceans.
- Il a écrit un texte explicatif très clair.He wrote a very clear expository text.
- Ce document est un court texte explicatif.This document is a short expository text.
- Nous avons besoin d'un mode d'emploi explicatif.We need an expository instruction manual.
Example conversation
Lucas and Emma are discussing a school project in a library.
- LucasEst-ce que ton texte est explicatif ?Is your text expository?
- EmmaOui, il explique le fonctionnement de la plante.Yes, it explains how the plant works.
- LucasC'est un style explicatif parfait pour ce sujet.It is an expository style perfect for this subject.
- EmmaMerci, j'ai travaillé dur sur ce document.Thank you, I worked hard on this document.
