French word

batterie

Pronunciation

IPA/batəʁi/

Meaning

  • feminine nounbattery

Example

La batterie de mon téléphone est faible.

The battery in my phone is low.

Illustration for batterie (battery)

More examples

Je dois recharger la batterie.

I have to recharge the battery.

Core concept

A grouped set of working units, such as cells supplying power or drums producing rhythm.

Common phrases

  • recharger la batterie

    recharge the battery

  • batterie externe

    portable battery

  • changer la batterie

    replace the battery

  • niveau de la batterie

    battery charge level

Similar words

pile: A small disposable battery that produces electricity through a chemical reaction.
accumulateur: A rechargeable battery designed for repeated use.
batterie externe: A portable power bank for charging smartphones and other devices away from home.

Definition in French

Source d'énergie composée de cellules réunies en un bloc, utilisée pour fournir du courant à un appareil, parfois amovible ou intégrée.

Word origin

French batterie developed from Old French baterie, from battre, 'to beat'; the word later extended from grouped instruments or weapons to grouped electrical cells.

Usage tips

  • In music, batterie can mean a drum kit, so the surrounding context distinguishes it from an electrical battery.

Other meanings

  • drumsnoun

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