English–French

“methane” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/metan/

Example

Il y a trop de méthane dans l'atmosphère.

There is too much methane in the atmosphere.

Illustration for méthane (methane)

How to say “methane” in French

“Methane” in French is méthane.

Invisible CH4 gas released by wetlands, livestock, and waste, with a strong heat-trapping effect in the atmosphere.

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

Example sentences with méthane

Les émissions de méthane augmentent à cause de l'élevage.

Methane emissions are increasing because of livestock farming.

Tips for using méthane

  • Méthane is masculine, so standard phrases use le méthane, les émissions de méthane, and la réduction du méthane.

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