French word

industriel

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃dystʁijɛl/

Meaning

  • adjectiveindustrial

Example

Cette région est très industrielle.

This region is very industrial.

Illustration for industriel (industrial)

More examples

La ville possède un grand parc industriel près de l'autoroute.

The city has a large industrial park near the highway.

Core concept

A factory-centered setting, activity, or product linked to manufacturing and industrial production.

Common phrases

  • parc industriel

    industrial park

  • usine industrielle

    industrial plant

  • activité industrielle

    industrial activity

Similar words

fabriqué: Produced in a factory or facility through machinery and organized processes.
artisanal: Handmade by skilled craftspeople in a small-scale, careful manner.

Definition in French

Qui caractérise des bâtiments, des activités ou des produits liés à la fabrication, aux usines ou au secteur industriel.

Word origin

French industriel comes from Latin industria through the Latin adjective industrialis and later French development related to industry and manufacturing.

Usage tips

  • The adjective agrees with the noun, as in un secteur industriel and une activité industrielle.

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