sur des décret
sur the décret
直訳: on decrees
Use it to describe official government actions or appointments made by a formal signed decree.
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- Official action taken via a signed government order.
- Commonly used for high-level appointments and new regulations.
- Indicates a decision comes from the top executive power.
意味
This phrase describes something that happens officially because a high-level government order or 'decree' was signed. It is the ultimate 'because the boss said so' in the world of French administration.
主な例文
3 / 6Discussing a new government official
Le nouveau préfet a été nommé sur décret du Président.
The new prefect was appointed by decree of the President.
Explaining a new environmental rule
La protection de cette zone s'est faite sur décret ministériel.
The protection of this area was established by ministerial decree.
Texting a colleague about a policy change
Apparemment, les horaires changent sur décret de la direction.
Apparently, the hours are changing by decree of the management.
文化的背景
The 'décret' is a pillar of the French Fifth Republic's executive power. It allows the government to implement laws and make appointments efficiently. This reflects the French cultural value of 'L'État' (The State) as a central, organizing force in society.
The 'Journal Officiel'
If someone says something happened `sur décret`, you can find the proof in the 'Journal Officiel', the French government's daily record.
The Power Move
Using this phrase in a meeting makes you sound very authoritative and well-versed in French institutional logic.
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- Official action taken via a signed government order.
- Commonly used for high-level appointments and new regulations.
- Indicates a decision comes from the top executive power.
What It Means
Imagine a decision so official it needs a signature from the President or a Minister. That is a décret. When something is done sur décret, it means the action is legally powered by one of these documents. It is not just a suggestion. It is a formal command that changes how things work. You will often see it when people get high-level jobs. It is also used when new rules are suddenly put into place. It carries the weight of the state behind it.
How To Use It
You usually place this phrase after a verb or a noun. It explains the 'why' or 'how' of a situation. For example, you might say someone was appointed sur décret. It acts like a stamp of authority on your sentence. You do not need many fancy words around it. Just state the action and add sur décret to show it is official. It is very common in news reports or legal documents. It makes you sound like you really understand how the French system works.
When To Use It
Use this when you are talking about serious stuff. It fits perfectly in a professional meeting about regulations. You can use it when discussing politics with friends. It is great for explaining why a certain public official is in power. If you are reading the French news, you will see it constantly. It is the bread and butter of administrative talk. Use it to clarify that a decision came from the very top.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for your personal life choices. If you decide to go to the gym, do not say you are going sur décret. Your friends will think you have a bit of a power complex! It is also too heavy for small office decisions. Do not use it for choosing where to eat lunch. Unless you are joking, keep it for government or high-level legal contexts. It is too formal for a casual text about weekend plans.
Cultural Background
France is famous for its love of clear, written rules. The décret is a legacy of a very centralized government system. It allows the executive branch to act quickly without always waiting for Parliament. Historically, this goes back to how kings and later emperors like Napoleon ruled. Today, it is how the French Republic keeps the gears of the state turning. It represents the 'force of law' in a very direct way.
Common Variations
You will very often hear par décret instead of sur décret. They mean almost the exact same thing in daily conversation. You might also hear décret présidentiel or décret ministériel. These just specify who signed the paper. Sometimes people say sous décret if they are talking about being under a specific regulation. All of them point back to that same official power.
使い方のコツ
This is a high-register collocation. Use it in professional, legal, or political contexts to sound precise and educated. Avoid it in casual conversation unless you are using it for comedic effect.
The 'Journal Officiel'
If someone says something happened `sur décret`, you can find the proof in the 'Journal Officiel', the French government's daily record.
The Power Move
Using this phrase in a meeting makes you sound very authoritative and well-versed in French institutional logic.
Don't overdo the plural
While you can say `sur décrets` if there are many, the singular `sur décret` is the standard way to refer to the process.
例文
6Le nouveau préfet a été nommé sur décret du Président.
The new prefect was appointed by decree of the President.
This is the most standard way to describe a high-level appointment.
La protection de cette zone s'est faite sur décret ministériel.
The protection of this area was established by ministerial decree.
Shows that the rule has legal weight from a specific ministry.
Apparemment, les horaires changent sur décret de la direction.
Apparently, the hours are changing by decree of the management.
A slightly hyperbolic use in an office setting.
Ici, on mange des brocolis sur décret de maman !
Here, we eat broccoli by mom's decree!
Using formal language for a funny, domestic situation.
L'état d'urgence a été prolongé sur décret hier soir.
The state of emergency was extended by decree last night.
Used in a serious, news-oriented context.
Il a enfin obtenu sa nationalité française sur décret.
He finally obtained his French nationality by decree.
This is the official term for naturalization in France.
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence to show the official nature of the appointment.
Le directeur a été choisi ___ décret du Premier ministre.
The preposition 'sur' (or 'par') is used with 'décret' to indicate the source of authority.
Which word fits the formal administrative context?
La nouvelle loi sera appliquée ___ décret dès demain.
'Sur décret' is the standard administrative collocation for implementing rules.
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Formality of 'Sur Décret'
Used ironically with friends or family.
C'est un décret de ma femme !
Discussing news or general politics.
C'est passé sur décret.
Official legal or administrative documents.
Nommé sur décret du Président.
Where you'll encounter 'Sur Décret'
Evening News
Reporting on government changes.
Legal Office
Reviewing administrative procedures.
Naturalization Ceremony
Becoming a French citizen.
Political Debate
Criticizing executive power.
よくある質問
11 問It is a legal act signed by the executive branch (President or Prime Minister). It is more specific than a law passed by Parliament.
They are almost identical. Par décret is slightly more common in modern speech, but sur décret is very standard in official writing.
Only if you are being funny. Saying J'ai décidé sur décret de dormir sounds like you think you are a king.
In this context, sur means 'based on' or 'by virtue of'. It shows the foundation of the decision.
Not always, but very often. High-level officials like 'préfets' are always appointed sur décret.
Yes, most countries with a French-style legal system (like Belgium or Senegal) use this terminology.
Not at all. It is very formal and administrative.
There isn't a direct opposite, but a 'loi' (law) is the other main way things get decided in France.
Yes, a décret can be challenged in court or replaced by a new one.
In the fixed expression sur décret, you usually don't need an article. You just say nommé sur décret.
Only if the business is heavily regulated by the state, or if you are joking about a bossy manager.
関連フレーズ
Par décret
En vertu de la loi
Par voie administrative
Sous l'autorité de
Conformément au règlement
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