Join Discordpréfecture
/pʁe.fɛk.tyʁ/
1.
nounfeminineSing
the local office/building of the state administration where administrative services are handled (driver's licences, residence permits, vehicle registration, etc.)
Je dois aller à la préfecture pour refaire mon permis de conduire.
I have to go to the prefecture to renew my driver's license.
Synonyms:services préfectoraux, administration
2.
nounfeminineSing
the administrative capital (chief town) of a French department
Marseille est la préfecture des Bouches‑du‑Rhône.
Marseille is the prefecture (administrative capital) of the Bouches‑du‑Rhône department.
Synonyms:chef‑lieu