leniency in French
leniency in French is indulgence, clémence — leniency means mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.
leniency in French
indulgence
The quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.
clémence
The quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.
indulgence
An act of being lenient.
What does "leniency" mean?
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noun Mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.
"The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence."
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leniency in a sentence
- The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence.
- His employer's leniency meant he kept his job despite the mistake.
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What is "leniency" in French?
"leniency" in French is indulgence, clémence. leniency means: Mercy or a light touch when it comes to punishing someone.
How do you use "leniency" in a sentence?
Example: "The judge showed leniency because it was the defendant's first offence." In French, "leniency" is indulgence, clémence.
Are there other ways to say "leniency" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "leniency": indulgence, clémence.
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