French Conversation · Level 121
59 words
French word
carburant
Pronunciation
IPA/kaʁbyʁɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounfuel
Example
Il faut acheter du carburant avant le départ.
We need to buy fuel before leaving.
More examples
La consommation de carburant a diminué cette année.
Fuel consumption decreased this year.
Core concept
The fuel held in a tank and consumed by a machine as it operates.
Common phrases
consommation de carburant
fuel consumption
pénurie de carburant
fuel shortage
carburant diesel
diesel fuel
Similar words
essence: The volatile liquid fuel most commonly used in cars.
gazole: A thick liquid fuel intended mainly for diesel-powered vehicles.
Definition in French
Produit combustible, souvent liquide, employé comme source d'énergie pour véhicules, appareils ou moteurs.
Word origin
The noun carburant developed from the present participle of carburer and became established with the spread of fuel-burning engines.
Usage tips
- Carburant is a general term, so the specific type may be essence, gazole, or another fuel.
Other meanings
- gasolinenoun