What does équivalent in French mean?

What is the meaning of the word équivalent in French? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use équivalent in French.

The word équivalent in French means equivalent, equal, identical, equivalent, synonym, be equivalent to , be equal to, be tantamount to , be as good as, full-time equivalent. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word équivalent

equivalent, equal, identical

adjectif (égal)

(adjective: Describes a noun or pronoun--for example, "a tall girl," "an interesting book," "a big house.")
Ils ont tous deux touché une commission équivalente.
They all received equal commission.

equivalent, synonym

nom masculin (synonyme)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
Il faut trouver un équivalent à ce mot pour éviter les répétitions.
We need to find an equivalent for this word to avoid repetition.

be equivalent to , be equal to

verbe transitif indirect (être égal à [qch])

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Un stère équivaut à un mètre cube.
A stere is equivalent to one cubic metre.

be tantamount to , be as good as

verbe transitif indirect (signifier la même chose)

(verbal expression: Phrase with special meaning functioning as verb--for example, "put their heads together," "come to an end.")
Ce hochement de tête équivaut à son accord.
This nod is as good as his agreement.

full-time equivalent

nom masculin (charge : égal à un emploi à temps plein)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)

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