English–French

“mechanism” in French

French

Alsomécanisme

Pronunciation

IPA/mekanik/

Example

La mécanique de cette montre est complexe.

The mechanism of this watch is complex.

Illustration for mécanique (mechanism)

How to say “mechanism” in French

“Mechanism” in French is mécanique.

The practical craft surrounding a machine, from designing its mechanism to building and repairing it.

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

Tips for using mécanique

  • In French, la mécanique can mean the automotive repair trade as well as mechanics or machine technology more broadly.

Other French words for “mechanism”

Ce mécanisme est facile à comprendre.

This mechanism is easy to understand.

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