English–French
“admit” in French
How to say “admit” in French
“Admit” in French is avouer.
A person places a private fact before another person's attention, often after some hesitation.
Example sentences with avouer
Il a fini par avouer son erreur.
He finally admitted his mistake.
Tips for using avouer
- Avouer often has a personal or uncomfortable tone, whereas admettre is broader and more neutral in ordinary statements.
Other French words for “admit”
Il faut admettre son erreur.
You have to admit your mistake.
Je concède que tu as raison.
I admit that you are right.