avis
/a.vi/
In French, the English word 'advisory' is translated as avis.
The word avis is a masculine noun that can mean 'advice', 'opinion' or 'notice' depending on the context. When used in the context of a public notice or a 'Parental Advisory', it functions as a formal announcement or notice directed at a specific group.
Meaning: a warning (noun)
Which one should you use?
While avis can mean a warning or notice, it is more commonly used to mean an 'opinion' or 'advice'. If you specifically mean a literal warning, the word avertissement is more common.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
avis is a masculine noun. It can be translated as 'advice', 'opinion' or 'notice' depending on the context.
How do you pronounce it?
/a.vi/
Did you know?
- The word avis shares the same Latin root as the English word 'vision', because the original meaning related to things that have been 'seen' or 'perceived'.
- When the French police issue an avis de recherche, they are not issuing a general advisory, but specifically a 'wanted' or 'missing person' poster.
- While 'advisory' often signals danger in English, the phrase un avis favorable is actually a positive recommendation or 'favorable opinion'.
Examples in context
- Le comité a émis un avis consultatif sur la question.The committee has issued an advisory opinion on the matter.
- Le gouvernement a créé un groupe conseil pour fournir des avis sur les politiques économiques.The government has established an advisory group to provide guidance on economic policies.
- Je te donne une recommandation : reste prudent lorsque tu réserves tes billets d'avion.I'll give you some advice: be cautious when booking your plane tickets.
- Voici mon avis : il serait préférable de commencer plus tôt demain.Here's my advice: it would be better to start earlier tomorrow.
- Il a publié un avis de sécurité.He published a safety advisory.
- L'avis de tempête est tombé ce matin.The storm advisory was issued this morning.
Example conversation
Léa and Hugo are talking about the weather outdoors.
- LéaAs-tu vu l'avis de vigilance météo ?Did you see the weather advisory?
- HugoNon, je n'ai pas regardé les infos.No, I didn't watch the news.
- LéaIl y a un avis de vent violent.There is a high wind advisory.
- HugoMerci de me prévenir, Léa.Thanks for letting me know, Léa.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry avis, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries avis, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
