expression

/ɛkspʁesjɔ̃/

nounfeminineSing

phrase

idiom

turn of phrase

C’est une expression qu’on entend souvent ici.

That's an expression we hear often here.

Synonyms:locution, formule, phrase

nounfeminineSing

facial expression

look (on someone's face)

Elle avait une drôle d'expression sur le visage.

She had a funny expression on her face.

nounfeminineSing

the act or means of expressing an idea, opinion or feeling

freedom to express opinions (as in 'freedom of expression')

formulation (e.g., mathematical or artistic expression)

La liberté d'expression est protégée par la loi.

Freedom of expression is protected by law.

Synonyms:manifestation, formulation, mise en mots