abonnement automatique

/a.bɔn.mɑ̃ a.to.ma.tik/
noun phraseIntermediate automatic subscription
technical

A subscription that renews itself without manual confirmation, often used for recurring services or payments.

L'abonnement automatique est pratique pour les services en ligne comme Netflix.

Automatic subscription is convenient for online services like Netflix.

Attention aux abonnements automatiques qui peuvent entraîner des frais cachés.

Beware of automatic subscriptions that may lead to hidden fees.

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Commonly used in digital services, streaming platforms, and software subscriptions. Often requires cancellation to stop recurring charges.

Related Phrases

prélèvement automatiquephrase
automatic direct debit
paiement récurrentphrase
recurring payment

💡Pro Tip

Check for hidden clauses

Always review the terms of service when signing up for an automatic subscription. Look for clauses about cancellation periods or fees.

Gold Rule

Cancellation rights

In many countries, including EU member states, automatic subscriptions must comply with consumer protection laws allowing easy cancellation.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'abonnement' (subscription, from 'abonner' meaning to subscribe) and 'automatique' (automatic, from Greek 'automatos' meaning self-acting). The term emerged with the rise of digital services requiring recurring payments.

📝Usage Notes

In French, this term is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about online services, memberships, or software licenses. It is essential to understand when reviewing terms of service or payment agreements.

Word Breakdown

abonnement
subscription
noun
+
automatique
automatic
adjective
Dictionnaire Français-Anglais