English–French

“duty” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/obligasjɔ̃/

Example

J'ai l'obligation d'assister à la réunion.

I have a duty to attend the meeting.

Illustration for obligation (duty)

How to say “duty” in French

“Duty” in French is obligation.

A binding rule that leaves a person responsible for doing something or refraining from it.

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

Example sentences with obligation

Il estime avoir une obligation morale de protéger ses collègues.

He believes he has a moral obligation to protect his colleagues.

Tips for using obligation

  • The noun is feminine: une obligation and cette obligation, never un obligation.

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