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    Commandements (en. Commandments)

    /kɔ.mɑ̃.də.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Rules or instructions established to be followed.
    The commandments of the law are imperative.
    Les commandements de la loi sont impératifs.
    One of the religious precepts in Judaism and Christianity.
    The Ten Commandments are fundamental in the Christian tradition.
    Les Dix Commandements sont fondamentaux dans la tradition chrétienne.
    Orders given by an authority or a superior.
    He received several commandments from his hierarchical superior.
    Il a reçu plusieurs commandements de son supérieur hiérarchique.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'commandamentum', which means instruction or order.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ten commandments
    The ten fundamental rules of Christianity.
    dix commandements
    to follow the commandments to the letter
    To adhere scrupulously to the instructions given.
    suivre à la lettre les commandements

    Related Words

    commander
    Someone who gives orders.
    commandant
    to command
    To give an order to someone.
    commander
    military command
    Order or directive given in a military context.
    commandement militaire

    Slang Meanings

    To follow the rules without questioning.
    You must follow the commandments to the letter, no debate.
    Il faut suivre les commandements à la lettre, pas de débat.
    To issue orders in an authoritarian manner.
    She is always giving commandments like a boss.
    Elle est toujours en train de donner des commandements comme une chef.