English–French
“base” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/sɔkl/
Example
Le socle de la statue est en marbre.
The base of the statue is made of marble.
How to say “base” in French
“Base” in French is socle.
A stable foundation beneath an object, structure, or abstract framework that allows the whole to stand securely.
Example sentences with socle
Les valeurs forment le socle d'une équipe soudée.
Values form the foundation of a cohesive team.
Tips for using socle
- Socle is common in formal and analytical phrases such as socle commun and socle des valeurs, while base is often more natural in everyday speech.