English–French
“lawyer” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/avoka/
Example
Mon avocat m'a conseillé de ne pas signer.
My lawyer advised me not to sign.
How to say “lawyer” in French
“Lawyer” in French is avocat.
A legal expert beside a client, giving counsel and presenting the client's position through legal proceedings.
Example sentences with avocat
L'avocat a plaidé en faveur de son client.
The lawyer pleaded in favor of his client.
Tips for using avocat
- French avocat also means avocado, so the intended sense depends on context, especially in shopping or food-related phrases.