Testament (en. Will)

/tɛs.ta.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Written document in which a person expresses their last wishes.

He drafted his will in order to bequeath his belongings.

Il a rédigé son testament afin de léguer ses biens.

Testimony or proof of something.

This book is a testament to his time.

Ce livre est un testament de son époque.

In a religious context, sacred writings that testify to the faith.

The Old Testament and New Testament are fundamental texts.

Les anciens testament et nouveau testament sont des textes fondamentaux.

Comes from the Latin 'testamentum', derived from 'testari' which means 'to attest'.

living will

Document that details a person's wishes regarding healthcare.

testament de vie

New Testament

Part of the Bible containing writings related to the life of Jesus Christ.

nouveau testament

executed will

A will that has been properly drafted and signed.

testament fait

inheritance

Goods or rights left by a deceased person.

héritage

testamentary

Relating to a will.

testamentaire

legacy

Property or sum of money provided for by will.

legs

To have a solid will

For him, having a solid will means he is secure.

Pour lui, avoir un testament en béton signifie qu'il est en sécurité.

To make a will in a hurry

He made his will in a hurry without thinking it through.

Il a fait son testament à la va-vite sans bien réfléchir.