Example: Il a réussi l'examen pour obtenir le permis de conduire.
Definition
"Le permis" refers to an official document or license granted by an authority that authorizes someone to perform a specific activity, such as driving a vehicle. It confirms that the holder has met the necessary legal requirements and qualifications to do so.
The word "le permis" comes from the French verb 'permettre,' meaning 'to allow' or 'to permit.' It originated in the Latin word 'permittere,' combining 'per-' (through) and 'mittere' (to send). Did you know? The idea behind "le permis" is literally permission sent or granted by an authority.
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"Le permis" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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