Les droits
Example: Les droits des citoyens doivent toujours être respectés en démocratie.
Definition
"Les droits" refers to the legal, moral, or social entitlements or freedoms that individuals or groups possess, such as the rights of citizens that must always be respected in a democracy. These rights guarantee protection, equality, and justice within a society.
Etymology
"Les droits" comes from the Old French word "droit," which originally meant 'straight' or 'correct,' reflecting the idea of fairness and lawfulness. It is related to the Latin word "directus," meaning 'straight' or 'right,' emphasizing the concept of what is just and lawful.
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"Les droits" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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