French word

juxtaposer

Pronunciation

IPA/ʒykstapoze/

Meaning

  • verbput side by side

Example

Il a juxtaposé les photos pour montrer la différence.

He put the photos side by side to show the difference.

Illustration for juxtaposer (put side by side)

More examples

Il a juxtaposé deux points de vue pour susciter la discussion.

He juxtaposed two points of view to spark discussion.

Core concept

Two elements aligned closely, inviting a direct visual comparison.

Common phrases

  • juxtaposer des idées

    juxtapose ideas

  • juxtaposer deux points de vue

    juxtapose two points of view

Similar words

mettre: To put an object in a particular place.
placer: To position an object carefully for a specific purpose or location.
aligner: To arrange objects in a straight line or orderly row.
poser: To set an object down gently.

Definition in French

Mettre ou disposer des éléments côte à côte pour faire apparaître une comparaison ou un contraste.

Word origin

The verb was formed from the French elements juxta- and poser, linking nearness with the act of placing.

Usage tips

  • Juxtaposer takes a direct object without a preposition, as in "juxtaposer les photos."

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