English–French

“chuck” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/mɑ̃dʁɛ̃/

Example

J'ai changé le mandrin de la perceuse.

I replaced the chuck on the drill.

Illustration for mandrin (chuck)

How to say “chuck” in French

“Chuck” in French is mandrin.

A spindle-mounted clamp that keeps a cutting tool centered while it turns.

Full entry for mandrin: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with mandrin

Avant de percer, vérifie le mandrin de la perceuse.

Before drilling, check the drill chuck.

Tips for using mandrin

  • English mandrel often means a shaft or form around which material is shaped, so it is not always equivalent to French mandrin.

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