No. 12,322 in French
émoluments
"Émoluments" refers to earnings, compensation, or payments for services.
In a sentence
Il est satisfait des émoluments qu'il reçoit pour son travail.
He is satisfied with the remuneration he receives for his work.
Here, 'émoluments' is used in a formal context to mean 'remuneration' or 'salary', often in relation to compensation for professional services rendered.
Les émoluments des membres du conseil ont été discutés lors de la réunion.
The remuneration of the council members was discussed during the meeting.
In this context, 'émoluments' refers to the agreed payment or salary associated with an official position.
Le juge a décidé de réduire ses émoluments en raison de la situation économique.
The judge decided to reduce his earnings due to the economic situation.
Here, 'émoluments' conveys the concept of income or earnings determined by a judicial or professional context in a formal decision.
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