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speech act in French

speech act in French is acte de langage, acte de parole.

speech act in French

acte de langage

noun

(linguistics) An act carried out by speech, such as promising, ordering, greeting, warning, inviting and congratulating.

acte de parole

noun

(linguistics) An act carried out by speech, such as promising, ordering, greeting, warning, inviting and congratulating.

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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”.

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”.

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "speech act" in French?

"speech act" in French is acte de langage, acte de parole.

Are there other ways to say "speech act" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "speech act": acte de langage, acte de parole.

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