résolution
/ʁe.zɔ.ly.sjɔ̃/
The English phrase resolution is translated into French as résolution.
résolution refers to a firm decision. When you want to say you are making a resolution, you use the phrase prendre une résolution (to take a resolution) rather than using the verb for 'to make'.
Meaning: a firm decision (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of résolution is résolutions.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 4 syllables and is pronounced /ʁe.zɔ.ly.sjɔ̃/.
What mistakes should you avoid?
When talking about making a resolution, do not use the verb 'faire' (to make). Instead, use the verb 'prendre' (to take).
Did you know?
- In French legal contexts, résolution can refer to the retroactive cancellation of a contract, meaning the contract is treated as if it never existed.
- The French word résolution shares the same root as the word solve, as both come from the Latin idea of 'untying' or 'loosening' a knot.
- In music, a résolution occurs when a dissonant note moves to a consonant one, providing a sense of stability and release to the listener.
Examples in context
- Quelle est la résolution de l'écran ?What's the screen resolution?This sentence shows how to use résolution when referring to a screen.Tatoeba #8030948 by Aiji, translation #6029490 by mailohilohi
- La résolution du problème était à portée de main.The resolution to the problem was close at hand.This sentence demonstrates the use of résolution in the context of solving a problem.Tatoeba #12016621 by lbdx, translation #43618 by CM
- Nous avons pris la résolution d'augmenter la production.We made a resolution to increase production.This sentence illustrates how to use the verb phrase to talk about making a resolution with résolution.Tatoeba #12800550 by lbdx, translation #2958900 by sharptoothed
- J'ai pris la résolution d'apprendre le français cette année.I have made the resolution to learn French this year.
- J'ai quelques bonnes résolutions pour cette année.I have some good resolutions for this year.
- Faire plus d'exercice.Exercise more.
- Arrêter de fumer.Quit smoking.
- Lire davantage de livres.Read more books.
- Passer plus de temps avec sa famille.Spend more time with family.
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Example conversation
Two friends are talking about fitness goals at a café.
- ManonMa nouvelle résolution est de faire du sport.My new resolution is to do sports.
- HugoC'est une excellente résolution, Manon.That is an excellent resolution, Manon.
- ManonEt toi, Hugo, as-tu une résolution ?And you, Hugo, do you have a resolution?
- HugoOui, je veux arrêter de fumer.Yes, I want to stop smoking.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry résolution, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
