clarifier

to clarify

Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation

/kla.ʁi.fje/

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Cultural Note

Clarity of expression ('la clarté') is considered the highest virtue of the French language. Boileau's famous maxim 'Ce qui se conçoit bien s'énonce clairement' (What is well conceived is clearly expressed) remains a guiding principle.

📝 Example Sentences

Pourriez-vous clarifier votre position ?

Could you clarify your position?

Il a clarifié la situation entre eux.

He clarified the situation between them.

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