French word

architectural

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁʃitɛktyʁal/

Meaning

  • adjectivearchitectural

Example

J'aime le style architectural de cet immeuble.

I like the architectural style of this building.

Illustration for architectural (architectural)

More examples

Le projet architectural a été approuvé par la mairie.

The architectural project was approved by the city hall.

Core concept

A building's form, design, and structural details viewed as one architectural whole.

Common phrases

  • style architectural

    architectural style

  • projet architectural

    architectural project

  • élément architectural

    architectural element

Similar words

urbain: Related to cities or urban areas.
historique: Connected with the past and valued for historical importance.
moderne: Belonging to a current, new, or contemporary style.
public: Open to everyone or intended for shared public use.

Definition in French

Décrit ce qui appartient au domaine de l'architecture, comme les bâtiments, leur conception ou leurs éléments.

Word origin

French architectural was formed from architecture with the suffix -al, while architecture comes through Latin architectura from Greek architektōn, meaning chief builder.

Usage tips

  • The adjective agrees with the noun: architectural, architecturale, architecturaux, and architecturales.

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