English–French

“mineral deposit” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʒizəmɑ̃/

Example

Dans cette région, on a trouvé un gisement de minerais.

A mineral deposit was found in this region.

Illustration for gisement (mineral deposit)

How to say “mineral deposit” in French

“Mineral deposit” in French is gisement.

A buried natural store of minerals, petroleum, or gas that extraction can reach.

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

Example sentences with gisement

La société prévoit d'exploiter le gisement l'année prochaine.

The company plans to develop the deposit next year.

Tips for using gisement

  • Gisement refers to the deposit itself, whereas mine usually refers to the place or operation used to extract solid minerals.

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