French word

composant

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃pozɑ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncomponent

Example

Il faut remplacer ce composant.

This component needs to be replaced.

Illustration for composant (component)

More examples

Le composant défectueux doit être remplacé.

The defective component must be replaced.

Core concept

A functional building block that contributes one specific job to a complete device, structure, or system.

Common phrases

  • composant de rechange

    replacement component

  • composant défectueux

    defective component

  • composant essentiel

    essential component

Similar words

pièce: A physical part of a machine or product, often replaced or repaired.
élément: A distinct element of a whole, defined by its function or properties.
module: A self-contained unit with a specific function, used with other parts.
partie: A portion or defined area within a larger whole.

Definition in French

Élément distinct d'un objet ou d'un système, souvent interchangeable, qui assure une fonction déterminée.

Word origin

Formed from composer, composant reflects the Latin root componere, which combines the ideas of putting together and forming a whole.

Usage tips

  • In technical contexts, composant often refers to a functional element, whereas pièce more often refers to a physical part or replacement item.

Other meanings

  • elementnoun

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