French Conversation · Level 71
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French word
exposition
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛkspozisjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounexhibition
Example
Nous allons à l'exposition ce week-end.
We are going to the exhibition this weekend.
More examples
Il y a une exposition d'art moderne au musée.
There is a modern art exhibition at the museum.
Core concept
A public display places objects or information in view and frames them with explanatory text or speech.
Common phrases
aller à l'exposition
go to the exhibition
visiter l'exposition
visit the exhibition
organiser une exposition
organize an exhibition
Similar words
salon: A themed exhibition featuring a collection of artworks or products.
foire: A trade fair or market where vendors promote and sell goods or services.
exposé: A written or spoken presentation explaining a particular subject.
Definition in French
Action de montrer et d'expliquer des œuvres, des objets ou des informations au public, souvent accompagnée de cartels ou de textes explicatifs.
Word origin
The noun derives from Latin expositio, formed from exponere, to put out or present, and retains both display and explanation senses.
Usage tips
- In a context focused on a spoken or written presentation, French often uses exposé or présentation instead of exposition.