Confirmation (en. Confirmation)

/kɔ̃.fiʁ.ma.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Act by which something is certified or validated.
The reservation confirmation is sent by email.
La confirmation de la réservation est envoyée par e-mail.
Proof or testimony that establishes the truth of a fact.
We received the confirmation from the witnesses.
Nous avons reçu la confirmation des témoins.
Validation of an act, agreement, or decision.
He needs a confirmation from his superior to proceed.
Il a besoin d'une confirmation de son supérieur pour procéder.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'confirmatio', derived from 'confirmare' which means to strengthen.

Common Phrases and Expressions

order confirmation
Action of verifying and validating an order.
confirmation de commande
confirmation by SMS
Receipt of a text message to validate an action.
confirmation par SMS
request a confirmation
Making a request to ensure information is accurate.
demander une confirmation

Related Words

to confirm
To affirm something with certainty.
confirmer
confirmed
Having received validation or approval.
confirmé
confirms
Act of validation or approval.
confirme

Slang Meanings

Positive response for a plan or an appointment.
We got the confirmation for the concert tonight.
On a eu la confirmation pour le concert ce soir.
Quick validation of a request.
He sent me a confirmation text for the event!
Il m'a envoyé un texto de confirmation pour l'événement!