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    Droit (en. Right)

    /dʁwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Discipline or field of study related to laws.
    She decided to study law.
    Elle a décidé de faire des études de droit.
    Privilege or legal power allowing to accomplish something.
    Every citizen has the right to vote.
    Chaque citoyen a le droit de vote.
    A just or fair aspect in a situation.
    He acted in the right way.
    Il a agi dans le droit chemin.
    adjective
    That which conforms to truth, good, or what is just.
    He is a upright and honest man.
    C'est un homme droit et honnête.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'directus', meaning 'right, direct'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have the right to something
    To be entitled to receive or do something.
    avoir droit à quelque chose
    human rights
    A set of fundamental rights recognized for all human beings.
    droits de l'homme
    in the right direction
    To follow a direct or logical line.
    dans le droit fil
    by right
    Legally recognized.
    de droit
    in full legitimacy
    In a manner that is entirely legitimate.
    en toute légitimité

    Related Words

    uprightness
    Quality of a person who acts with integrity.
    droiture
    veto right
    Right to prevent a decision or act.
    droit-de-veto
    termination right
    Right to terminate a contract or agreement.
    droit-termine

    Slang Meanings

    To be within the rules.
    Do it well, stay on the right path.
    Fais-le bien, reste dans le droit.
    To respect the laws.
    He is always straightforward, he never cheats.
    Il est toujours droit, il ne triche jamais.