Traité (en. Treaty)
/tʁa.ite/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Formal agreement between states or organizations.
The Treaty of Versailles ended World War I.
Le traité de Versailles a mis fin à la Première Guerre mondiale.
Document that establishes specific conditions between partners.
They signed a partnership treaty for the project.
Ils ont signé un traité de partenariat pour le projet.
Contract in a commercial or legal context.
The exchange treaty was reviewed by lawyers.
Le traité d'échange a été vérifié par les avocats.
verb
Action of negotiating or concluding an agreement.
They have been negotiating the terms of the contract for several weeks.
Ils traitent des conditions du contrat depuis plusieurs semaines.
Etymology
From the Latin 'tractatus', which means 'treaty, discussion'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Peace treaty
Agreement to end an armed conflict.
traité de paix
International treaty
Agreement between two or more states on specific issues.
traité international
Trade treaty
Agreement between countries regarding the exchange of goods and services.
traité commercial
Related Words
Treatment
Action of dealing with or providing care for something.
traitement
Caterer
Person who prepares dishes for events.
traiteur
Trade
Action of negotiating, particularly in a legal or commercial context.
traite
Slang Meanings
Informal agreement often perceived as disadvantageous.
This treaty is a bit like an empty promise.
Ce traité, c'est un peu comme une promesse en l'air.
Reference to unfulfilled promises.
He made a deal, but it remains just words.
Il a fait un traité, mais ça reste des paroles.