French word

techniquement

Pronunciation

IPA/tɛknikəmɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adverbtechnically

Example

Ce système est techniquement complexe.

This system is technically complex.

Illustration for techniquement (technically)

More examples

Techniquement possible, le plan reste coûteux.

Technically possible, the plan remains expensive.

Core concept

A claim viewed through the lens of methods, tools, and rules.

Common phrases

  • techniquement possible

    technically possible

Similar words

théoriquement: Ideally, according to theory or underlying principles.
pratiquement: In practice, based on how things actually work or are done.
concrètement: In concrete terms, shown through specific examples or visible details.
formellement: Formally, according to official procedures or established criteria.

Definition in French

S'utilise pour dire qu'une assertion est vraie si l'on tient compte d'aspects méthodiques, d'outils ou de règles, et pour introduire une réserve.

Word origin

French techniquement combines technique with the adverbial suffix -ment, from Latin mente, while technique ultimately comes through Latin from Greek tekhnē, meaning skill or craft.

Usage tips

  • At the start of a sentence, techniquement often introduces a qualification and is commonly followed by a comma.

Other meanings

  • strictly speakingadverb
  • in technical termsadverb

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