déviation

detour

noun deh-vyah-SYOHN Rare

Also means

deviation

Usage Note

Déviation is the standard road-sign word for a detour or diversion in France — you will see it on signs when a road is closed and traffic is redirected. It also covers the more general sense of deviating from a norm or standard (une déviation de la règle). The verb is dévier.

Examples

"Suivez la déviation indiquée sur les panneaux."

Natural Translation

Follow the detour indicated on the signs.

Literal Translation

Follow the detour indicated on the signs

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