French translation of gavel is 
gavel

Meaning of "gavel" in English

A "gavel" is a small ceremonial mallet commonly made of wood, used by a person leading a meeting, such as a judge in court or a chairperson in an assembly, to call for attention, order, or adjournment. The gavel symbolizes authority and is a tool for maintaining the procedural flow of meetings. In some traditions, the sound of a gavel signifies the start or end of proceedings.

Meaning of "gavel" in French

In French, the word "gavel" retains the same meaning as in English, referring to a ceremonial mallet used typically by judges or meeting chairs to signal the start or finish of proceedings, to call for attention, or to enforce order during discussions. The concept behind the gavel as a symbol of authority and control in formal situations is consistent across both languages.

Pronunciation of "gavel" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡævəl/
In English, the pronunciation of "gavel" involves a hard "g" sound followed by a short "a", similar to the word "have", ending with the sound "vel" as in "level".

Pronunciation Variations:
There are no significant dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "gavel" across different English-speaking regions, as it is a specialized term used primarily in legal or formal settings.

Pronunciation of "gavel" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡa.vɛl/
In French, the pronunciation of "gavel" features a hard "g" at the beginning and a soft "l" at the end, with a stress on the second syllable.

Pronunciation Variations:
As with English, the French pronunciation of "gavel" does not significantly vary across different French-speaking regions. The term is used in contexts similar to English, and its pronunciation remains consistent in formal settings.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The judge tapped the gavel twice to signal the start of the session. (Le juge a frappé le marteau deux fois pour signaler le début de la séance.)
2. As the noise grew louder, the chairperson used her gavel to restore order. (Alors que le bruit augmentait, la présidente a utilisé son marteau pour rétablir l'ordre.)
3. The auctioneer's gavel came down, finalizing the sale to the highest bidder. (Le marteau du commissaire-priseur est tombé, finalisant la vente au plus offrant.)
4. The meeting adjourned with a solemn rap of the gavel. (La réunion s'est terminée par un coup solennel du marteau.)
5. He raised the gavel high above his head before bringing it down with a decisive thud. (Il a levé le marteau au-dessus de sa tête avant de l'abattre avec un bruit sourd décisif.)
6. The gavel is a traditional symbol of authority in many cultures. (Le marteau est un symbole traditionnel d'autorité dans de nombreuses cultures.)
7. The gavel's sound reverberated through the courtroom, indicating the decision was final. (Le bruit du marteau a résonné dans la salle d'audience, indiquant que la décision était définitive.)
8. During the conference, the president used the gavel to maintain structure. (Pendant la conférence, le président a utilisé le marteau pour maintenir la structure.)
9. She handed the gavel to the new chairperson at the end of her term. (Elle a remis le marteau au nouveau président à la fin de son mandat.)
10. The sound of the gavel alerted everyone to the importance of the moment. (Le son du marteau a alerté tout le monde de l'importance du moment.)

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

Synonyms: mallet, hammer, baton, club, tool, mace, pounder, beater, striking, instrument. Antonyms: - Similar Words: hammer, auctioneer’s hammer, judge’s mallet, ceremonial mallet, tool, instrument, striking tool.

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

Synonyms: maillet, marteau de président, masse, instrument. Antonyms: - Similar Words: marteau de commissaire-priseur, maillet de juge, outil, instrument.

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