play by ear in French

play by ear in French is jouer à l'oreille, improviser.

play by ear in French

jouer à l'oreille

verb

(transitive, and, intransitive, of, music) To play guided by one's musical perception and intuition, rather than from a written score.

improviser

verb

(transitive, and, intransitive, idiomatic) To do by guessing, intuition, or trial and error; to react to events as they occur, often with risk of negative outcomes; to improvise.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "play by ear" in French?

"play by ear" in French is jouer à l'oreille, improviser.

Are there other ways to say "play by ear" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "play by ear": jouer à l'oreille, improviser.

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