French translation of quindecemvirate is 
quindecemvirate

Meaning of "quindecemvirate" in English

A "quindecemvirate" refers to a group or assembly of 15 individuals who have been given authority or duties. Historically, the term is linked to ancient Rome, where a similar council was appointed for various functions, such as maintaining religious records or overseeing particular governmental tasks. The word combines the Latin "quin" for five, "decem" for ten, and "vir" for man, emphasizing the idea of fifteen men holding power or responsibility.

Meaning of "quindecemvirate" in French

In French, "quindecemvirate" similarly denotes an assembly or group of fifteen individuals endowed with specific duties or powers. The term is anchored in historical context, reflecting its Roman roots associated with governance or religious duties. The use of "quindecemvirate" in modern French is rare and typically appears in historical or academic discussions about Roman history or similar contexts.

Pronunciation of "quindecemvirate" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /kwɪnˌdɛsəmˈvaɪrət/

Pronunciation Variations: There are no significant regional or dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "quindecemvirate" as it is a term used primarily in academic or historical contexts.

Pronunciation of "quindecemvirate" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kwɛ̃dɛsɛ̃viˈʁat/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains consistent across French-speaking regions, given its specialized usage.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The assembly formed a quindecemvirate to oversee the city's defenses.
   (L'assemblée a formé un quindecemvirate pour superviser les défenses de la ville.)

2. Historians studied the role of the ancient quindecemvirate in Roman politics.
   (Les historiens ont étudié le rôle de l'ancien quindecemvirate dans la politique romaine.)

3. Each member of the quindecemvirate was an expert in Roman law.
   (Chaque membre du quindecemvirate était un expert en droit romain.)

4. The council’s decisions were influenced by the quindecemvirate’s recommendations.
   (Les décisions du conseil étaient influencées par les recommandations du quindecemvirate.)

5. A quindecemvirate was appointed to manage the festival's logistics.
   (Un quindecemvirate a été nommé pour gérer la logistique du festival.)

6. The quindecemvirate included both historians and economists.
   (Le quindecemvirate incluait à la fois des historiens et des économistes.)

7. The Roman Senate approved the formation of a quindecemvirate.
   (Le Sénat romain a approuvé la formation d'un quindecemvirate.)

8. Responsibilities of the quindecemvirate were clearly defined by the emperor.
   (Les responsabilités du quindecemvirate étaient clairement définies par l'empereur.)

9. He was proud to be chosen as part of the quindecemvirate.
   (Il était fier d'être choisi comme membre du quindecemvirate.)

10. The quindecemvirate played a crucial role during the crisis.
    (Le quindecemvirate a joué un rôle crucial pendant la crise.)

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

Synonyms: council, committee, assembly, board, panel, delegation, group, authority, commission, senate.

Antonyms: individual, singleton, sole.

Similar Words: oligarchy, triumvirate, consortium, commission, senate.

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

Synonyms: conseil, comité, assemblée, bureau, panel, délégation, groupe, autorité, commission, sénat.

Antonyms: individuel, unique, seul.

Similar Words: oligarchie, triumvirat, consortium, commission, sénat.

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