Égaux (en. Equals)

/eɡo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Refers to things or people that have the same degree of value or importance.

All citizens are equal before the law.

Tous les citoyens sont égaux devant la loi.

Equivalent, similar.

The two teams are equal in skill.

Les deux équipes sont égales en compétence.

Those found in the same situation or condition.

Students must be considered equal in their rights.

Les élèves doivent être considérés comme égaux dans leurs droits.

From Latin 'aequalis', meaning 'equal, uniform'.

All equals

Expression meaning that everyone has the same rights.

Tous égaux

In equality

Indicates that two or more elements are in the same position.

À égalité

Equality of rights

Principle that everyone should have the same rights.

Égalité des droits

equalize

Make equal.

égaliser

equality

State of being equal.

égalité

equivalence

Relationship of equality between two elements.

équivalence

Condition of equality in a social group.

In our group, we are all equal, no matter where we come from.

Dans notre bande, on est tous égaux, peu importe d'où on vient.

Refers to a situation where differences are erased.

At the party, we make an effort for everyone to be equal.

À la soirée, on fait un effort pour que tout le monde soit égal.