English–French
“authority” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/otoʁite/
Example
L'autorité a fermé la route après l'accident.
The authorities closed the road after the accident.
How to say “authority” in French
“Authority” in French is autorité.
A voice or institution that makes a directive carry weight, through official power or earned respect.
Example sentences with autorité
Les autorités sanitaires ont recommandé de rester chez soi.
The health authorities recommended staying at home.
Tips for using autorité
- For a person, avoir de l'autorité means commanding respect, while avoir l'autorité de faire quelque chose means having the power or authorization to do it.