French word

high-tech

Pronunciation

IPA/ajtɛk/

Meaning

  • adjectivehigh-tech

Example

Le salon présente des produits high-tech.

The trade show features high-tech products.

Illustration for high-tech (high-tech)

More examples

J'ai acheté un ordinateur high-tech pour le montage vidéo.

I bought a high-tech computer for video editing.

Core concept

An advanced device or process whose design depends on up-to-date technology.

Common phrases

  • produits high-tech

    high-tech products

  • appareil high-tech

    high-tech device

  • industrie high-tech

    high-tech industry

Similar words

moderne: Reflecting current design trends or ideas and suited to the present era.
technologique: Related to technology or characterized by the use of machines.
performant: Fast, reliable, and fully effective at performing its expected functions.
avancé: At an advanced stage of research or development beyond earlier standards.

Definition in French

Qui concerne des appareils, des produits ou des procédés utilisant des technologies récentes et avancées.

Word origin

The French adjective high-tech comes from the English compound high-tech, formed from high and the shortened noun technology.

Usage tips

  • French also uses le high-tech as a noun for the high-technology sector or market, especially in professional contexts.

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