English–French
“shutdown” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/dezafɛktasjɔ̃/
Example
Après l'accident, la désaffectation de la centrale a été décidée.
After the accident, it was decided to shut down the power plant.
How to say “shutdown” in French
“Shutdown” in French is désaffectation.
An official shutoff that leaves equipment or a facility outside active service.
Example sentences with désaffectation
Ils ont annoncé la désaffectation du centre commercial.
They announced the decommissioning of the shopping center.
Tips for using désaffectation
- Désaffectation does not necessarily mean demolition, so démolition is needed when the physical structure is being destroyed.