échoient

Échoient is a French verb meaning "to fall due," "to expire," or "to run out." It is primarily used in the context of deadlines, contracts, or the validity of something. The verb is the third-person plural present indicative or subjunctive form of the verb échoir.

For example, one might say "Les factures échoient le mois prochain," meaning "The bills fall due next month." Similarly, a contract might state, "Ce contrat échoit dans trois ans," translating to "This contract expires in three years." The concept of échoient also applies to the expiration of rights or privileges, such as "Ses droits échoient à la fin de l'année," meaning "His rights expire at the end of the year."

The verb échoir itself is derived from the Latin word "excidere," meaning "to fall out" or "to perish." Its usage in modern French retains this sense of something coming to an end or reaching its determined point of termination. Understanding échoient is crucial for interpreting legal documents, financial agreements, and any situation involving time-sensitive obligations or expirations.