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illegal in French

illegal in French is illégal, illicite — illegal means against the law; not authorised or permitted by legislation.

illegal in French

illégal
adj
Contrary to, forbidden, or not authorized by law, especially criminal law.
illicite
adj
Contrary to, forbidden, or not authorized by law, especially criminal law.

What does "illegal" mean?

  1. adjective Against the law; not authorised or permitted by legislation.
    "It is illegal to drive without a valid licence."
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illegal in a sentence

  • It is illegal to drive without a valid licence.
  • The factory was fined for illegal dumping of waste.

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What is "illegal" in French?

"illegal" in French is illégal, illicite. illegal means: Against the law; not authorised or permitted by legislation.

How do you use "illegal" in a sentence?

Example: "It is illegal to drive without a valid licence." In French, "illegal" is illégal, illicite.

Are there other ways to say "illegal" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "illegal": illégal, illicite.

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