moot in French

moot in French is discutable, non pertinent, stérile — moot means open to debate; not settled, or (especially in American English) no longer having any practical importance.

moot in French

discutable

adj

(current in, _, UK, rare, _, in the, _) Subject to discussion (originally at a moot); arguable, debatable, unsolved or impossible to solve.

non pertinent

adj

(North America) Having no practical consequence or relevance.

stérile

adj

(North America) Having no practical consequence or relevance.

vain

adj

(North America) Having no practical consequence or relevance.

What does "moot" mean?

adj Open to debate; not settled, or (especially in American English) no longer having any practical importance.
"Whether the plan would have worked is now a moot point since it was cancelled."
noun A practice legal case argued by law students for training purposes.
"She argued both sides of the case in a law school moot."
verb To raise a subject for discussion.
"He mooted the idea of working from home permanently."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

moot in a sentence

Whether the plan would have worked is now a moot point since it was cancelled.
The question became moot once the company closed down.
She argued both sides of the case in a law school moot.
He mooted the idea of working from home permanently.

Similar words in French

consider debate deliberate turn over

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "moot" in French?

"moot" in French is discutable, non pertinent, stérile. moot means: Open to debate; not settled, or (especially in American English) no longer having any practical importance.

How do you use "moot" in a sentence?

Example: "Whether the plan would have worked is now a moot point since it was cancelled." In French, "moot" is discutable, non pertinent, stérile.

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

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "moot": discutable, non pertinent, stérile, vain.

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