discretion in French
discretion in French is discrétion, discernement — discretion means the freedom or authority to make your own judgement or decision.
discretion in French
discrétion
discernement
The ability to make wise choices or decisions.
What does "discretion" mean?
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noun The freedom or authority to make your own judgement or decision.
"Teachers have some discretion over how they arrange their own lessons."
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noun The quality of being careful and tactful, especially about sensitive matters.
"Please use discretion when you share news about your colleague's health."
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discretion in a sentence
- Teachers have some discretion over how they arrange their own lessons.
- The judge used her discretion to reduce the sentence.
- Please use discretion when you share news about your colleague's health.
- Her discretion made patients trust her with their private worries.
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What is "discretion" in French?
"discretion" in French is discrétion, discernement. discretion means: The freedom or authority to make your own judgement or decision.
How do you use "discretion" in a sentence?
Example: "Teachers have some discretion over how they arrange their own lessons." In French, "discretion" is discrétion, discernement.
Are there other ways to say "discretion" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "discretion": discrétion, discernement.
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