How is the word clémence translated from French to English

English translation
Mercy
noun

Bonté qui consiste à ne pas punir sévèrement.

Kindness shown by not punishing someone harshly.

Examples with “clémence”

See how the word “clémence” is used in sentences

  • Les prisonniers imploraient la clémence. — The prisoners begged for mercy.

  • Le juge a fait preuve de clémence et a réduit l'amende. — The judge showed mercy and gave a lighter fine.

  • Un peu de clémence pour le nouveau. — Have a little mercy on the new kid.

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