égalité
/e.ɡa.li.te/feminine
The English tennis term 'deuce' is translated into French as égalité.
In the context of tennis, égalité refers to a tie where both players must score two additional points to win the game.
Meaning: tennis: tie, both players able to win by scoring two additional points (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/e.ɡa.li.te/
Did you know?
- The word égalité is one of the three pillars of the French national motto, alongside Liberté and Fraternité.
- While 'deuce' in English comes from the French 'deux', the French tennis term égalité completely ignores the number two, focusing instead on the state of being equal.
- While égalité is the standard term, French commentators often use the English word 'deuce' directly during tennis broadcasts.
Examples in context
- Le score est deux partout.The score is deuce.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are watching a tennis match on television.
- LucasLe score est à l'égalité.The score is at deuce.
- LéaOui, c'est un moment crucial.Yes, it is a crucial moment.
- LucasLéa, regarde ce service !Léa, look at that serve!
- LéaIl joue vraiment bien.He is playing really well.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “deuce” translations and entries égalité, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
