French translation of abstention is 
abstention

Meaning of "abstention" in English

Abstention in English refers to the act of choosing not to engage in a decision-making process, typically when voting. It is a deliberate choice to refrain from casting a vote, either because of indifference, impartiality, or a conflict of interest. Abstention can occur in various settings, such as political elections, board meetings, or any scenario where a decision is being made by a group. The term can also imply restraint from participating in certain activities or behaviors, reflecting a conscious decision to withhold one's involvement or opinion.

Meaning of "abstention" in French

In French, "abstention" carries a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It denotes the act of deliberately choosing not to participate in a vote or decision-making process. This can occur for reasons such as neutrality, indecision, or lack of sufficient information. "Abstention" is frequently used in political contexts, referring to voters who decide not to cast a ballot during elections. It can also suggest refraining from specific actions or behaviors, indicating a conscious choice to stay uninvolved or neutral.

Pronunciation of "abstention" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /əbˈstɛnʃən/

In English, the pronunciation of "abstention" emphasizes the second syllable, with the "en" pronounced like "en" in "ten." The "t" is soft, and the ending "tion" is pronounced as "shun."

Pronunciation of "abstention" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /abstɑ̃sjɔ̃/

In French, "abstention" features a nasal vowel in the second syllable, indicated by "ɑ̃," similar to "an" in "franc." The "tion" ending is pronounced as "sjɔ̃," with a nasal quality to the final sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. His abstention from the meeting surprised everyone. (Son abstention à la réunion a surpris tout le monde.)
2. There was a high rate of abstention in the recent election. (Il y avait un taux élevé d'abstention lors de la dernière élection.)
3. She expressed her decision of abstention loudly. (Elle a exprimé haut et fort sa décision d'abstention.)
4. Abstention was considered a form of silent protest. (L'abstention était considérée comme une forme de protestation silencieuse.)
5. The board member's abstention affected the final decision. (L'abstention du membre du conseil a influencé la décision finale.)
6. Many people showed abstention due to the lack of options. (Beaucoup de gens ont montré de l'abstention en raison du manque d'options.)
7. His abstention was motivated by ethical reasons. (Son abstention était motivée par des raisons éthiques.)
8. Abstention among youth voters is a growing concern. (L'abstention parmi les jeunes électeurs est un problème croissant.)
9. She opted for abstention to remain neutral. (Elle a choisi l'abstention pour rester neutre.)
10. The conference saw an unusual level of abstention this year. (La conférence a vu un niveau inhabituel d'abstention cette année.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "abstention" in English

Synonyms: nonparticipation, forbearance, refraining, neutrality, reserve, withholding, self-restraint, avoidance, disinterest, moderation.

Antonyms: participation, engagement, involvement, decision, affirmation, voting, contribution, action, consent, approval.

Similar Words: abstinence, reluctance, detachment, indifference, passivity, discretion, restraint.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "abstention" in French

Synonyms: non-participation, réserve, neutralité, retrait, abstinence, désintérêt, modération, évitement, temporisation, prudence.

Antonyms: participation, engagement, implication, décision, affirmation, vote, contribution, action, adhésion, approbation.

Similar Words: abstinence, indifférence, détachement, retenue, discrétion, passivité, reluctance.

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