English–French
“takeoff” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/dekolaʒ/
Example
Après le décollage, le vol dure deux heures.
After takeoff, the flight lasts two hours.
How to say “takeoff” in French
“Takeoff” in French is décollage.
The moment when an aircraft breaks contact with the ground and begins its climb.
Example sentences with décollage
Avant le décollage, vous devez éteindre vos appareils électroniques.
Before takeoff, you must turn off your electronic devices.
Tips for using décollage
- The final -age in décollage sounds like /aʒ/, not like the English ending in 'breakage'.