French Conversation · Level 119
60 words
French word
justesse
Pronunciation
IPA/ʒystɛs/
Meaning
- feminine nounaccuracy
Example
J'apprécie la justesse de ton conseil.
I appreciate the accuracy of your advice.
More examples
La justesse de sa réponse a convaincu ses collègues.
The accuracy of his answer convinced his colleagues.
Core concept
A precisely fitted response, gesture, or decision that reaches its aim without overshooting.
Common phrases
la justesse de la réponse
the accuracy of the answer
la justesse du ton
the appropriateness of the tone
la justesse du geste
the precision of the gesture
Similar words
pertinence: Being appropriate to the situation while addressing what matters most.
précision: Clarity and exactness in wording or information, reducing the risk of misunderstanding.
Definition in French
Qualité d'une remarque, d'un geste ou d'une décision qui convient exactement au contexte et atteint son but sans excès.
Word origin
The noun justesse is formed from French juste with the suffix -esse and ultimately derives from Latin iustus, meaning "right" or "lawful".
Usage tips
- Justesse is feminine, so standard forms include la justesse and une grande justesse.