English–French

“esterification” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛsteʁifikasjɔ̃/

Example

Dans la fermentation, l'estérification produit des arômes fruités.

During fermentation, esterification produces fruity aromas.

Illustration for estérification (esterification)

How to say “esterification” in French

“Esterification” in French is estérification.

An alcohol molecule and an acid molecule join to make an ester molecule, sometimes bringing a fruity or floral scent.

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

Example sentences with estérification

Il a dit que l'estérification avait modifié le goût du fromage.

He said that esterification had changed the taste of the cheese.

Tips for using estérification

  • Estérification is a feminine noun, so the usual forms are l'estérification and une estérification.

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