French word

nomenclature

Pronunciation

IPA/nomɑ̃klatyʁ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounnomenclature

Example

La nomenclature scientifique suit des règles strictes.

Scientific nomenclature follows strict rules.

Illustration for nomenclature (nomenclature)

More examples

Peux-tu me transmettre la nomenclature des pièces ?

Can you send me the nomenclature of the parts?

Core concept

A structured catalogue whose names and classification rules make a specialized field orderly.

Similar words

nom: A name given to identify a person or thing.
dénomination: An official name given to a thing or concept.
terme: A word used with a specific meaning.

Definition in French

Liste organisée de noms et de règles servant à désigner et classer des éléments dans un domaine.

Word origin

The French noun was borrowed through learned Latin from nomenclatura, a term for the practice of assigning and listing names.

Usage tips

  • Nomenclature is formal and technical, while a simple list is usually called "une liste" in ordinary French.

Other meanings

  • listnoun

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