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dicter

to dictate

verb deek-TEH Rare

Usage Note

Dicter means to dictate spoken words for transcription, or figuratively to impose terms (dicter ses conditions). The noun une dictée (a dictation exercise) is a classic French school activity still used today to test spelling. The final -er is silent.

Examples

"Le professeur dicte une phrase aux élèves."

Natural Translation

The teacher dictates a sentence to the students.

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