French word

laser

Pronunciation

IPA/lazɛʁ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounlaser

Example

On utilise un laser pour couper le métal.

We use a laser to cut metal.

Illustration for laser (laser)

More examples

Le laser du pointeur ne fonctionne plus.

The pointer's laser no longer works.

Core concept

One focused stream of light, with laser also naming the equipment that creates and uses the stream.

Common phrases

  • pointeur laser

    laser pointer

  • traitement au laser

    laser treatment

  • appareil laser

    laser device

Similar words

lumière: Light that brightens the surrounding area.
lampe: A device powered by electricity or batteries that produces light.
rayon: A line of light extending straight from a single point.
faisceau: A tightly grouped bundle of light moving in one direction.

Definition in French

Faisceau lumineux cohérent émis par stimulation; le terme s'applique au faisceau et à l'appareil qui le génère.

Word origin

Laser entered French from the English acronym LASER, whose expanded phrase refers to amplification of light by stimulated emission of radiation.

Usage tips

  • The regular French plural is des lasers, with an added written s that is not pronounced.

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