English–French

“machine” in French

French

Alsoappareil · engin

Pronunciation

IPA/maʃin/

Example

La machine est en panne.

The machine is not working.

Illustration for machine (machine)

How to say “machine” in French

“Machine” in French is machine.

A constructed apparatus that uses power or a mechanism to perform a task.

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

Example sentences with machine

J'ai acheté une nouvelle machine à laver hier.

I bought a new washing machine yesterday.

Tips for using machine

  • French often names appliances with machine à followed by an activity, as in machine à laver.

Other French words for “machine”

L'appareil ne fonctionne plus.

The machine no longer works.

masculine nounmachine

L'engin ne fonctionne plus.

The machine no longer works.

“machine” in other languages