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C’est une apparence ou une façon de se présenter qui n’est pas la vraie.
Guise is a French word that can be translated into English primarily as "appearance," "form," or "manner." It refers to the way someone or something appears, presents itself, or behaves, often implying an outward show that might be different from the true nature.
Meaning and Explanation:
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Guise (noun):
The external form, style, or manner of something, especially when intended to conceal or disguise the true nature.
Example: He came in the guise of a traveler, meaning he appeared or acted like a traveler, but perhaps was not truly one. -
It can also mean "fashion" or "style" of something.
Parts:
- guise is a single word; in French it is used similarly to express appearance or form.
Synonyms:
- Appearance
- Façade
- Disguise
- Form
- Aspect
- Manner
Antonyms:
- Reality (true nature beneath appearance)
- Essence
- Truth
Additional Notes:
In English, "guise" is often used with the phrase "under the guise of," meaning "under the pretense of" or "while pretending to be."
In sum, "guise" relates to how something is presented outwardly, often suggesting a level of artifice or pretense.
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Examples
Marie porte un chapeau en guise de couronne.noun
Marie wears a hat as a crown.
Ils ont décoré la salle à leur guise pour la fête.noun
They decorated the room as they pleased for the party.
Chaque employé peut organiser ses horaires de travail à sa guise afin de mieux gérer son temps.noun
Each employee can organize their work schedule to their liking in order to better manage their time.
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