English–French

“diesel” in French

French

Alsogazole

Pronunciation

IPA/djezɛl/

Example

Cette voiture roule au diesel.

This car runs on diesel.

Illustration for diesel (diesel)

How to say “diesel” in French

“Diesel” in French is diesel.

Liquid fuel flowing from a pump into a vehicle whose engine ignites it through compression rather than a spark.

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

Example sentences with diesel

Le diesel est souvent utilisé dans les camions.

Diesel is often used in trucks.

Tips for using diesel

  • Gazole is also widely used for diesel fuel in French, especially in official or commercial contexts, while diesel is common in everyday speech.

Other French words for “diesel”

La station n'a plus de gazole.

The gas station has run out of diesel.

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