articulated

• Se dit d'une idée ou d'une parole clairement exprimée, ou d'un véhicule ou objet composé de parties reliées par des articulations.

Describes something that is clearly expressed or pronounced; also refers to a vehicle or object with jointed parts.

1. Clearly expressedB2formal

   Expressed or spoken clearly and effectively.

   exprimé clairement

   • She gave an articulated argument during the debate.
   • His articulated speech impressed the audience.
   • The professor's articulated explanation helped students understand the concept.

   Synonymesclearcoherenteloquentfluentlucidpreciseunderstandable

2. C1formal

   Having joints or segments that allow movement.

   articulé (doté d'articulations)

   • The articulated bus can bend in the middle for easier turning.
   • Robots with articulated arms are used in manufacturing.
   • The skeleton of a snake is highly articulated.

   Synonymesjointedsegmented

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de prononcer distinctement ou d'exprimer clairement une pensée ou un sentiment par des mots.

A verb used to express the act of speaking or pronouncing clearly, or of expressing an idea or feeling in words.

1. Express clearlyB2formal

   To express thoughts, ideas, or feelings clearly and effectively in words.

   Exprimer clairement

   • She articulated her concerns about the project during the meeting.
   • He struggled to articulate his emotions after the event.
   • The professor articulated the complex theory in simple terms.

   Synonymescommunicateconveyexpressformulatephrasesayspeakstateuttervoiceword

   Antonymesgarblemisstatemumblemutterslur

2. Pronounce distinctlyB2formal

   To speak or pronounce words clearly and distinctly.

   Articuler (prononcer distinctement)

   • The actor articulated each word perfectly on stage.
   • Children learn to articulate sounds as they develop speech.
   • Please articulate your words more clearly so everyone can understand.

   Synonymesenunciatepronouncespeakuttervoice

   Antonymesmispronouncemumbleslur

3. Form a jointC1formaltechnical

   To connect or be connected by a joint, allowing movement.

   Articuler (former une articulation)

   • The robot arm articulates at the shoulder and elbow.
   • The skeleton articulates at the knee joint.
   • These bones articulate with each other to form the pelvis.

   Synonymesconnecthingejointlink