French Conversation · Level 184
14 words
French word
condamnation
Pronunciation
IPA/kɔ̃danasjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nouncriticism
Example
La condamnation de ses actes est unanime.
The criticism of his actions is unanimous.
More examples
Le tribunal a prononcé la condamnation de l'accusé.
The court pronounced the defendant's conviction.
Core concept
A decisive act or statement that places a person or action under legal or moral blame.
Common phrases
exprimer sa condamnation
express one's condemnation
la condamnation de
condemnation of ___
condamnation unanime
unanimous condemnation
Similar words
reproche: Blame directed at someone for inappropriate words or behavior.
critique: The identification and discussion of problems in an action or work.
Definition in French
Acte ou formule par laquelle on condamne quelqu'un, soit juridiquement par une sentence, soit moralement par un reproche sévère.
Word origin
Condamnation derives from French condamner and ultimately Latin condemnare, formed with con- and damnare, to judge as guilty.
Usage tips
- The pattern condamnation de + noun is standard for naming what is condemned, as in la condamnation de ses actes.