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“handwriting” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ekʁityʁ/

Example

Son écriture est difficile à lire.

His handwriting is difficult to read.

Illustration for écriture (handwriting)

How to say “handwriting” in French

“Handwriting” in French is écriture.

The visible trail of pen strokes whose shapes and connections reveal the writer's individual hand.

Full entry for écriture: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with écriture

Elle a une écriture soignée qui facilite la relecture.

She has neat handwriting that makes rereading easier.

Tips for using écriture

  • Écriture can also refer to writing style or written work, so context determines whether it means handwriting or writing more generally.

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