La déclaration
Example: La déclaration officielle a clarifié la situation politique actuelle.
Definition
"La déclaration" refers to a formal or official statement made to announce information clearly and publicly. It often involves presenting facts, intentions, or opinions, such as in the phrase 'La déclaration officielle a clarifié la situation politique actuelle,' meaning the official declaration clarified the current political situation.
Etymology
The word "la déclaration" comes from the French verb "déclarer," which means to declare or announce. It originates from the Latin word "declarare," combining 'de-' meaning 'completely' and 'clarare' meaning 'to make clear.' Did you know that the root 'clarare' is also related to the English word 'clarify,' emphasizing the idea of making something clear or evident?
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"La déclaration" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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