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critiques
/kʁitik/
criticisms or reviews
Les critiques du film étaient très positives.
The reviews of the film were very positive.
formalinformal
Critical assessments or evaluations, often of creative works, performances, or products.
Les critiques littéraires ont salué le nouveau roman de l'auteur.
Literary critics praised the author's new novel.
Le restaurant a reçu des critiques mitigées.
The restaurant received mixed reviews.
Can refer to both professional reviews and informal opinions.
formalinformal
Critical remarks or disapproval, often in a constructive or analytical context.
Il a reçu des critiques constructives de son professeur.
He received constructive criticism from his teacher.
Les critiques sur sa performance étaient justes.
The criticisms of his performance were fair.
Often used in contexts where feedback is intended to improve something.
Collocations
critiques constructivesconstructive criticismcritiques littérairesliterary criticismcritiques négativesnegative reviews
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
The word 'critiques' can be positive (reviews) or negative (criticisms). Pay attention to context.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 'critiques' often refers to professional reviews, while in informal contexts, it can mean general opinions.
Word Origin
From the Greek 'kritikos' (critical), via Latin 'criticus'.
Usage Notes
Can be both positive (reviews) and negative (criticisms). Context determines the tone.
Word Breakdown
critique
critical assessment
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