gradation
The English word gradation is translated into French as gradation.
In French, gradation refers to the passing by small degrees from one tone or shade to another, such as a transition between colors.
Meaning: a passing by small degrees from one tone or shade, as of color, to another (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form is gradation and the plural form is gradations.
Did you know?
- In French administrative or legal contexts, gradation can refer to a scale of sanctions or penalties that increase in severity.
- A gradation in French logic or pedagogy refers to a teaching method where concepts are introduced in a strictly increasing order of difficulty.
- In French music theory, a gradation can describe a gradual increase in volume or intensity throughout a composition.
Examples in context
- La gradation des couleurs dans cette peinture est remarquablement réalisée.The gradation of colors in this painting is remarkably executed.
- Il y a une belle gradation dans les couleurs du ciel.There is a beautiful gradation in the colors of the sky.
- Cette peinture montre une gradation de bleu très douce.This painting shows a very soft gradation of blue.
- J'aime la gradation des tons sur ce paysage.I love the gradation of tones in this landscape.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are looking at a painting in an art gallery.
- NathanRegarde cette gradation de rouge sur la toile.Look at this gradation of red on the canvas.
- ManonC'est magnifique, Nathan, les nuances sont parfaites.It's magnificent, Nathan, the shades are perfect.
- NathanLa gradation du clair vers le sombre est très fluide.The gradation from light to dark is very fluid.
- ManonTu as raison, c'est un travail remarquable.You're right, it's remarkable work.
