subvention
subsidy, grant
noun soob-vahn-ZYOHN Rare
Origin: Latin subventio (aid)
Usage Note
Subvention refers to financial aid granted by a public body or institution — subvention de l'État (state subsidy). The verb subventionner means 'to subsidise'. In cultural contexts, subventions are a cornerstone of French arts policy, supporting theatres, cinemas, and publishers.
Examples
"L'association a reçu une subvention du ministère."
Natural Translation
The association received a grant from the ministry.
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