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turn of phrase in French

turn of phrase in French is tour de phrase, tournure de phrase.

turn of phrase in French

tour de phrase
noun
(countable) An expression which is worded in a distinctive way, especially one which is particularly memorable or artful.
tournure de phrase
noun
(countable) An expression which is worded in a distinctive way, especially one which is particularly memorable or artful.
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What is "turn of phrase" in French?

"turn of phrase" in French is tour de phrase, tournure de phrase.

Are there other ways to say "turn of phrase" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "turn of phrase": tour de phrase, tournure de phrase.

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