adoption
adoption; legal adoption
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/a.dɔp.sjɔ̃/
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Cultural Note
France distinguishes between adoption plénière (full adoption, which severs ties with the biological family) and adoption simple (which maintains legal ties with the birth family). Since 2022, single individuals and unmarried couples can adopt in France.
📝 Example Sentences
Le processus d'adoption peut durer plusieurs années.
The adoption process can last several years.
L'adoption a été finalisée par le tribunal.
The adoption was finalized by the court.