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introduction

introduction

noun an-troh-dook-SYOHN Rare
Communication Speech

Also means

insertion, bringing in

Usage Note

Introduction covers the opening section of a text, the act of presenting someone, and the process of bringing something new into a system — l'introduction d'une loi (the introduction of a law). The verb is introduire. Learners should note that présentation is preferred for social introductions between people.

Examples

"L'introduction du livre est très bien écrite."

Natural Translation

The book's introduction is very well written.

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