En guise de
Example: En guise de réponse, il a proposé une solution innovante.
Definition
"En guise de" is a French expression used to indicate something serving as a substitute or in place of something else, often implying a replacement or an alternative. For example, in the phrase 'En guise de réponse,' it means 'as a response' or 'in place of a response.'
Translations
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By way of -
A modo de -
Bij wijze van -
A tall de -
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Etymology
The expression "En guise de" originates from Old French, where "guise" meant manner, fashion, or way. It literally translates to 'in the manner of' or 'in the guise of,' conveying the idea of something serving as a stand-in or substitute. Did you know? The word 'guise' has influenced English expressions like 'in guise of,' which carry similar meanings.
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