French word

durable

Pronunciation

IPA/dyʁabl/

Meaning

  • adjectivelong-lasting

Example

Ce sac est durable.

This bag is long-lasting.

Illustration for durable (long-lasting)

More examples

Ils choisissent des produits durables.

They choose long-lasting products.

Core concept

A service or partnership that stays dependable through years of use and change.

Common phrases

  • produit durable

    long-lasting product

  • matériau durable

    long-lasting material

Similar words

solide: Sturdily made, hard to break, and stable in use.
résistant: Able to withstand force, pressure, or wear.
fiable: Dependable in use, with few breakdowns or failures.

Definition in French

Qualifie un objet, un service ou une relation qui reste efficace ou intact pendant une longue période.

Word origin

Durable developed from Latin durabilis through French, with durare meaning 'to last or harden' and -abilis forming an adjective.

Usage tips

  • In environmental contexts, durable often means 'sustainable', especially in développement durable, meaning 'sustainable development'.

Other meanings

  • sturdyadjective
  • sustainableadjective

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