English–French

“liquefy” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/likefje/

Example

On peut liquéfier le gaz en baissant la température.

The gas can be liquefied by lowering the temperature.

Illustration for liquéfier (liquefy)

How to say “liquefy” in French

“Liquefy” in French is liquéfier.

A material changes into liquid, or a process makes it flow like liquid.

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

Example sentences with liquéfier

Pour la recette, il faut liquéfier du chocolat au bain-marie.

For the recipe, you need to liquefy chocolate in a double boiler.

Tips for using liquéfier

  • Liquéfier is mainly a technical term, while faire fondre is more natural for melting a solid and dégeler for thawing or defrosting.

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