French Conversation · Level 84
59 words
French word
équité
Pronunciation
IPA/ekite/
Meaning
- feminine nounfairness
Example
Nous voulons l'équité pour tous.
We want fairness for everyone.
More examples
Le juge doit appliquer l'équité dans chaque affaire.
The judge must apply equity in every case.
Core concept
A fair scale that adjusts each share so resources or opportunities match relevant circumstances.
Common phrases
traiter avec équité
treat with fairness
manque d'équité
lack of fairness
Similar words
égalité: Treating everyone by the same standards and giving them equal conditions or rights.
justice: Fair judgment or treatment based on law or rules, including correcting wrongdoing.
impartialité: An unbiased approach to judgment or decision-making, unaffected by personal feelings or interests.
Definition in French
Principe ou qualité qui consiste à donner à chacun ce qui est juste, notamment dans la répartition des ressources ou des chances.
Word origin
Équité comes from Latin aequitas, from aequus meaning equal or even, through Old French, and developed the sense of fairness in judgment and distribution.
Usage tips
- Unlike égalité, équité can allow different treatment when this produces a fairer result.