À première vue
Example: À première vue, cette symphonie semble complexe mais harmonieuse.
Definition
"À première vue" means at first glance or upon initial observation. It describes the immediate impression or perception of something, often before a detailed analysis or deeper understanding is reached. For example, the phrase is used to express a first, superficial evaluation.
Etymology
The phrase "à première vue" comes from French, combining 'à' (at), 'première' (first), and 'vue' (view or sight). It literally means 'at first sight.' This expression has been used in French for centuries to describe initial impressions, similar to the English phrase 'at first glance.'
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