French Conversation · Level 74
60 words
French word
emballage
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃balaʒ/
Meaning
- masculine nounpackaging
Example
L'emballage est recyclé.
The packaging is recycled.
More examples
On met souvent trop d'emballage en plastique.
People often use too much plastic packaging.
Core concept
The wrapping or protective material that surrounds a product from manufacture to use.
Common phrases
emballage alimentaire
food packaging
emballage en carton
cardboard packaging
emballage biodégradable
biodegradable packaging
Similar words
colis: A large parcel or box sent by mail or courier.
paquet: A small package or box holding items for giving or handing over.
carton: A cardboard container for carrying or storing goods.
sachet: A small, thin bag for food or small items.
Definition in French
Matière ou objet utilisé pour envelopper et protéger un produit, ou le résultat de l'action d'emballer.
Word origin
Emballage comes from emballer, built with en- and balle, while -age marks the action or its result.
Usage tips
- Emballage usually names packaging or wrapping, whereas paquet and colis can refer to the wrapped item or a shipment.
Other meanings
- packingnoun
- packagenoun
- packaging materialnoun
Opposites
- déballageunpackingnoun
Related words
- emballerpackageverb