En un mot
Example: En un mot, c'est un excellent film.
Definition
"En un mot" is a French expression meaning 'in a word' or 'in summary'. It is used to introduce a brief, concise statement that sums up a larger idea or opinion, as in the example phrase: 'En un mot, c'est un excellent film,' meaning 'In a word, it is an excellent film.'
Translations
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In a word -
En una palabra -
Kort gezegd -
En una paraula -
Mit einem Wort
Etymology
The phrase "En un mot" comes from the French language, where 'en' means 'in', 'un' means 'a' or 'one', and 'mot' means 'word'. It literally translates to 'in a word', reflecting its use to summarize or encapsulate a thought in a single term or brief phrase. Did you know that this expression captures the elegance of French conciseness in speech?
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