English–French

“send as a representative” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/depyte/

Example

Le directeur députe son adjoint pour la réunion.

The director sends his deputy as his representative to the meeting.

Illustration for députer (send as a representative)

How to say “send as a representative” in French

“Send as a representative” in French is députer.

An appointed representative takes another person's place for a specific duty.

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

Example sentences with députer

L'entreprise a député deux employés pour la formation.

The company delegated two employees for the training.

Tips for using députer

  • The person appointed is the direct object, while pour introduces the mission or event, as in députer quelqu'un pour une réunion.

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