Translation of Romanian word "avocat" to English
avocat
/avoˈkat/
Meaning
NounA professional person with a graduate law degree that qualifies for legal work (such as Juris Doctor).
How to use
False friend warning: it does not mean 'avocado'. It specifically means 'lawyer' or 'attorney'. Common vocabulary item used in everyday spoken and written Romanian across formal and informal registers.
🇬🇧 English
lawyer
Example
Și-a angajat un avocat bun pentru proces.
She hired a good lawyer for the trial.
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Common phrases
- avocat al apărării— defense lawyer
- a consulta un avocat— to consult a lawyer
- barou de avocați— bar association
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What does the Romanian word "avocat" mean?▼
The Romanian word "avocat" means "lawyer" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Și-a angajat un avocat bun pentru proces." (which translates as "She hired a good lawyer for the trial.").
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