Agrément (en. Approval)

/aɡʁə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Certification or official authorization.
He obtained the approval to practice his profession.
Il a obtenu l'agrément pour exercer sa profession.
The pleasant or agreeable nature of something.
The approval of this melody delights me.
L'agrément de cette mélodie m'enchante.
Amicable agreement between two parties.
The two countries signed an agreement for peace.
Les deux pays ont signé un agrément pour la paix.

Etymology

From the verb 'to approve', derived from the Latin 'adgratum'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

state approval
Official authorization issued by the government.
agrément de l'Etat
to be in accordance with the approval
To be in compliance with approved standards.
être en accord avec l'agrément
to have the approval
To be recognized or endorsed by an authority.
avoir l'agrément

Related Words

to approve
To accept or give consent.
agréer
pleasant
Which provides pleasure or satisfaction.
agréable
to embellish
To make something more pleasant or attractive.
agrémenter

Slang Meanings

To have the green light.
We finally have the approval, we can start the project!
On a enfin l'agrément, on peut commencer le projet!
To pass the test.
If you have the approval, you can proceed.
Si tu as l'agrément, tu peux continuer.