Moyennant (en. For)

/mwaj.nɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

preposition

Used to indicate a condition or payment in exchange for something.

In exchange for a small contribution, you will have access to the service.

Moyennant une petite contribution, vous aurez accès au service.

Expresses a remunerative condition.

With a little effort, we can achieve the expected results.

Moyennant quelques efforts, nous pourrons obtenir les résultats escomptés.

Used to introduce a condition in a negotiation.

He agreed to participate in exchange for compensation.

Il a accepté de participer moyennant un dédommagement.

Comes from the word 'moyen', which means a means or method, often used in a commercial context.

whereby

This means that, in return for that.

moyennant quoi

for a delay

This implies that a delay will be granted.

moyennant un délai

in exchange for efforts

This means that efforts will need to be made.

moyennant des efforts

means

Refers to something that allows achieving a goal or executing an action.

moyen

counterpart

Something given in exchange for a service or good.

contrepartie

condition

A term designating what is required for an agreement to be valid.

condition

In exchange for a good service

He worked hard, in exchange for a bonus.

Il a beaucoup travaillé, moyennant une prime.

For a modest sum

I can help you for a coffee.

Je peux t'aider moyennant un café.