English–French

“delegation” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/delegasjɔ̃/

Example

La délégation française arrive demain.

The French delegation arrives tomorrow.

Illustration for délégation (delegation)

How to say “delegation” in French

“Delegation” in French is délégation.

An official role passed outward, either to a representative group or to someone entrusted with authority.

Full entry for délégation: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with délégation

Le chef de la délégation prendra la parole ce soir.

The head of the delegation will speak tonight.

Tips for using délégation

  • As a feminine noun, délégation takes la; délégation de pouvoir names the transfer of authority, while une délégation can name the group itself.

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