French word

modernisation

Pronunciation

IPA/modɛʁnizasjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounmodernization

Example

La modernisation de la ville est en cours.

The modernization of the city is underway.

Illustration for modernisation (modernization)

More examples

Une modernisation technologique améliore les services en ligne.

Technological modernization improves online services.

Core concept

A city, system, or practice being updated so that it fits present-day standards and needs.

Common phrases

  • la modernisation technologique

    technological modernization

  • la modernisation des services publics

    modernization of public services

Similar words

rénovation: The restoration and renewal of an aging building or piece of equipment.
réforme: A restructuring of laws or institutional systems.
amélioration: An improvement in the condition or performance of something.
transformation: A substantial change in form or nature.

Definition in French

Exprime l'action de rendre quelque chose moderne, par exemple des bâtiments, des pratiques ou des systèmes.

Word origin

Modernisation is derived from the verb moderniser, formed from moderne with the suffix -iser and extended with -ation for the process or result.

Usage tips

  • Modernisation is feminine and commonly appears in the pattern la modernisation de plus a noun.

Opposites

  • archaïsmearchaismnoun
  • conservatismeconservatismnoun

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