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probation in French

probation in French is période d'essai, liberté conditionnelle — probation means a trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.

probation in French

période d'essai
noun
A period of time when a person occupies a position only conditionally and may be removed if certain conditions are not met.
liberté conditionnelle
noun
(legal) A type of sentence where convicted criminals are permitted to continue living in a community but will automatically be sent to jail if they violate certain conditions.

What does "probation" mean?

  1. noun A trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.
    "New hires are on probation for the first ninety days."
  2. noun A criminal sentence that allows someone to remain in the community under supervision instead of going to prison, as long as they follow certain conditions.
    "She was sentenced to two years of probation instead of jail time."

probation in a sentence

  • New hires are on probation for the first ninety days.
  • She was sentenced to two years of probation instead of jail time.

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "probation" in French?

"probation" in French is période d'essai, liberté conditionnelle. probation means: A trial period during which someone's suitability for a job or role is being assessed, and they can be dismissed if they don't meet expectations.

How do you use "probation" in a sentence?

Example: "New hires are on probation for the first ninety days." In French, "probation" is période d'essai, liberté conditionnelle.

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

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "probation": période d'essai, liberté conditionnelle.

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