French translation of obliquation is 
obliquation

Meaning of "obliquation" in English

The word "obliquation" is rarely used in contemporary English and is considered somewhat archaic. Historically, it referred to the action or state of being turned or slanted from a given line or direction. In some contexts, it could also denote deviation or divergence from a particular standard, path, or state of affairs. While not typically found in modern dictionaries, its root can be linked to the adjective "oblique," which pertains to something that is neither parallel nor at a right angle to a specified or implied line; slanting.

Meaning of "obliquation" in French

In French, "obliquation" is also an uncommon term. It similarly describes the action or state of being inclined or deviating from a standard position or direction. Much like its English counterpart, the term finds its roots in the adjective "oblique," conveying a sense of something being at an angle or deviating from a direct path. The usage in a French context may carry more of a mathematical or physical attribute, such as describing lines or angles that are not straight or perpendicular.

Pronunciation of "obliquation" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /əˌblɪkˈweɪʃən/

There are minimal regional differences in the pronunciation of "obliquation" given its rarity. However, variations may occur, emphasizing either the second or third syllable, influenced by local accents.

Pronunciation of "obliquation" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔ.bli.ka.sjɔ̃/

Due to regional accents in French-speaking areas, the pronunciation may vary slightly, with potential differences in the articulation of vowel sounds. The nasalized 'on' in "–tion" can vary depending on the speaker.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The architect discussed the obliquation of the building's walls. (L'architecte a discuté de l'obliquation des murs du bâtiment.)
2. Observers noted the planet's obliquation relative to its orbit. (Les observateurs ont noté l'obliquation de la planète par rapport à son orbite.)
3. The artist's work often features an intentional obliquation of lines. (Le travail de l'artiste présente souvent une obliquation intentionnelle des lignes.)
4. The captain adjusted the ship's course to correct its obliquation. (Le capitaine a ajusté le cap du navire pour corriger son obliquation.)
5. Scientists studied the obliquation of light through a prism. (Les scientifiques ont étudié l'obliquation de la lumière à travers un prisme.)
6. The map showed the obliquation between the two rivers. (La carte montrait l'obliquation entre les deux rivières.)
7. There was a noticeable obliquation in the structure's alignment. (Il y avait une obliquation notable dans l'alignement de la structure.)
8. He illustrated the concept of obliquation in his geometry class. (Il a illustré le concept d'obliquation dans son cours de géométrie.)
9. The skater's obliquation caused him to veer off track. (L'obliquation du patineur l'a fait dévier de sa trajectoire.)
10. The astronomer calculated the earth's axial obliquation. (L'astronome a calculé l'obliquation axiale de la terre.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obliquation" in English

Synonyms: deviation, divergence, slant, inclination, tilt, angle, skew, deflection, oblique, incline.

Antonyms: alignment, straightness, uniformity, parallel, directness, conformity, order, line, right angle, straight.

Similar Words: slanting, angularity, unease, distortion, arc, curvature, change, indirection, slope, byway.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "obliquation" in French

Synonyms: déviation, inclinaison, angle, biais, divergence, oblique, déclinaison, torsion, penchement, bascule.

Antonyms: alignement, rectitude, droiture, uniformité, symétrie, conformité, direct, droit, égalité, parallélisme.

Similar Words: incliné, angulaire, torsade, courbe, inflexion, dérivé, écart, indirect, semblable, ondulation.

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