D'égalité (en. Of equality)

deh-gah-li-tay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Definition: State of being equal.
Example Sentence: The Declaration of the Rights of Man promotes equality among all.
La déclaration des droits de l'homme promeut l'égalité entre tous.
Definition: Absence of privilege or discrimination.
Example Sentence: He fights for gender equality.
Il lutte pour l'égalité des sexes.
Definition: Relationship of similarity between quantities or values.
Example Sentence: Equality of opportunity is essential in education.
L'égalité des chances est essentielle dans l'éducation.

Etymology

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'aequalitas', derived from 'aequalis' meaning equal.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Phrase: to be in equality
Meaning: To be in a position where rights or conditions are the same.
être en égalité
Phrase: equality before the law
Meaning: Principle that the law applies equally to all.
l'égalité devant la loi
Phrase: equality of opportunity
Meaning: Principle aimed at providing everyone with the same opportunities.
égalité des chances

Related Words

Related Word: equal
Description: Having the same value, role, or importance.
égal
Related Word: fair
Description: Being just and in accordance with justice.
équitable
Related Word: discrimination
Description: Unequal treatment of people based on their characteristics.
discrimination

Slang Meanings

Meaning: Equality is often seen as an ideal.
Example: In our group, the other member always says that equality is just talk.
Dans notre groupe, l'autre membre dit toujours que l'égalité, c'est juste du blabla.
Meaning: Sometimes 'equals' is used to signify a relationship of equality in a casual context.
Example: We are all equal here, regardless of differences.
On est tous égaux ici, peu importe les différences.