English–French
“amount to” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ekivalwaʁ/
Example
Dans ce contexte, ce geste équivaut à un refus.
In this context, this gesture amounts to a refusal.
How to say “amount to” in French
“Amount to” in French is équivaloir.
Two things stand on opposite sides of a comparison while having the same value, role, or effect.
Example sentences with équivaloir
Dire qu'il est riche équivaut à exagérer.
Saying that he is rich is equivalent to exaggerating.
Tips for using équivaloir
- The verb normally uses the preposition à, so équivaloir à un refus means 'to amount to a refusal' rather than taking a direct object.