La précision
Example: La précision des mesures est essentielle pour ce projet scientifique.
Definition
"La précision" refers to the quality of being exact, accurate, and careful in detail, especially in measurements or information. It emphasizes the importance of correctness and specificity, as in the phrase: "La précision des mesures est essentielle pour ce projet scientifique."
Etymology
The term "la précision" comes from the French word 'précision,' which originated from the Latin 'praecisio,' meaning a cutting off or a shortening, metaphorically referring to exactness and sharpness in detail. Did you know that its root relates to cutting a piece precisely, much like tailoring fabric?
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"La précision" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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