French Conversation · Level 104
60 words
French word
exécution
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛgzekysjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounimplementation
Example
L'exécution du plan a été rapide.
The plan was implemented quickly.
More examples
L'exécution de la peine a été controversée.
The execution of the sentence was controversial.
Core concept
A chosen plan moves from paper into completed action.
Common phrases
exécution du plan
execution of the plan
exécution d'une tâche
execution of a task
Similar words
réalisation: Making a plan or idea concrete and bringing it to completion.
mise en œuvre: Starting to put a plan or method into practical action.
application: Applying a rule or method so it works in practice.
Definition in French
Action d'accomplir concrètement ce qui a été décidé, comme un ordre, un projet ou l'application d'une peine.
Word origin
French exécution comes through Medieval Latin executio from Latin exsequi, meaning "to follow through" or "carry out."
Usage tips
- In everyday French, faire or réaliser often sounds more natural than the formal noun exécution.