French Conversation · Level 43
75 words
French word
édition
Pronunciation
IPA/edisjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounedition
Example
Cette édition est épuisée.
This edition is sold out.
More examples
L'édition numérique est disponible en ligne.
The digital edition is available online.
Core concept
One identifiable form of a work that appears as a distinct publication or issue.
Common phrases
dernière édition
latest edition
édition papier
print edition
édition numérique
digital edition
Similar words
exemplaire: A single physical copy of a book or other printed work.
numéro: A specific issue of a newspaper or magazine.
réédition: A new publication of a work that appeared earlier.
Definition in French
Publication ou mise en circulation d'un texte ; version, tirage ou numéro particulier d'un livre, d'un journal ou d'une œuvre.
Word origin
The French noun édition developed from Latin editio, related to edere, 'to put out', and entered French through Old French.
Usage tips
- Édition and impression are distinct: édition identifies a version or release, whereas impression can identify a printing.