English–French

“making” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fabʁikasjɔ̃/

Example

La fabrication de ce produit est locale.

This product is made locally.

Illustration for fabrication (making)

How to say “making” in French

“Making” in French is fabrication.

A planned making process that turns components into a usable object.

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

Example sentences with fabrication

La fabrication artisanale attire de plus en plus de clients.

Artisanal manufacturing attracts more and more customers.

Tips for using fabrication

  • French fabrication is broader than English fabrication, which often suggests inventing something false; context determines whether the French word is literal or figurative.

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