preface

• Nom désignant la partie introductive d'un livre ou d'un autre écrit, généralement rédigée par l'auteur, qui en expose le but, le contenu ou les circonstances de sa création.

A noun referring to an introductory section of a book or other written work, typically written by the author, that explains its purpose, scope, or background.

1. Introduction to a bookB2formal

   An introductory section of a book or other written work, typically written by the author.

   Préface d'un livre

   • The author wrote a heartfelt preface to her memoir.
   • In the preface, he explains his motivation for writing the book.
   • The preface provides context for the chapters that follow.

   Synonymesexordiumforewordintroductionpreambleprologue

2. Introductory statementB2formal

   A preliminary statement or remark made before a speech, event, or action.

   Préface

   • He began with a brief preface about the importance of the topic.
   • Her preface to the lecture set the stage for the discussion.
   • The chairman's preface outlined the agenda for the meeting.

   Synonymesexordiumforewordintroductionpreamblepreludeprologue

• Verbe signifiant précéder ou commencer quelque chose, généralement un discours ou un écrit, par une déclaration introductive.

A verb meaning to introduce or begin something, typically a speech or written work, with a preliminary statement.

1. Introduce with remarksB2formal

   To provide an introduction or preliminary statement before the main content.

   Préfacer (introduire par des remarques)

   • The author prefaced the book with a personal note.
   • He prefaced his speech with a brief apology.
   • She prefaced the report with a summary of the findings.

   Synonymesbeginintroduceopenprecedeprefix

2. Begin or startB2formal

   To serve as an introduction to something.

   préfacer

   • The ceremony was prefaced by a musical performance.
   • The lecture was prefaced with a short video.
   • The meeting was prefaced by a welcome from the chairperson.

   Synonymesbeginintroduceopenprecedestart

   Antonymesconcludeendfinishterminate