French word

garagiste

Pronunciation

IPA/gaʁaʒist/

Meaning

  • noun (m./f.)mechanic

Example

Le garagiste a réparé ma voiture hier.

The mechanic repaired my car yesterday.

Illustration for garagiste (mechanic)

More examples

Je dois appeler le garagiste pour prendre rendez-vous.

I have to call the auto mechanic to make an appointment.

Core concept

A vehicle specialist working in a garage, inspecting, adjusting, and repairing cars.

Common phrases

  • aller chez le garagiste

    go to the auto mechanic

  • prendre rendez-vous chez le garagiste

    make an appointment with the auto mechanic

  • le garagiste du quartier

    the neighborhood auto mechanic

Similar words

mécanicien: A technician who fixes vehicle faults by adjusting or replacing components.
dépanneur: A specialist who handles roadside breakdowns and vehicle towing.
réparateur: A skilled worker who repairs faulty vehicles or parts and restores their function.

Definition in French

Professionnel qui assure l'entretien et la réparation des voitures dans un atelier automobile.

Word origin

Garagiste is formed from garage with the occupational suffix -iste, naming a person whose work is connected with a garage.

Usage tips

  • Garagiste has the same form for all genders, so the article shows the difference: un garagiste or une garagiste.

Other meanings

  • garage ownernoun

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