French phrase
Je désigne ~ comme mandataire pour ~.
Meaning
I designate ___ as my agent to ___.
When to use it
A formal way to appoint someone as an agent. Common in administrative procedures and written documents.
Example dialogue
Je désigne Marie comme mandataire pour récupérer mon passeport.
I designate Marie as my agent to collect my passport.
D'accord, avez-vous une procuration écrite ?
All right, do you have a written power of attorney?