French word

technologie

Pronunciation

IPA/tɛknoloʒi/

Meaning

  • feminine nountechnology

Example

La technologie facilite la communication entre amis.

Technology makes communication between friends easier.

Illustration for technologie (technology)

More examples

La technologie numérique change notre façon de travailler.

Digital technology changes the way we work.

Core concept

A practical problem-solving system in which designed tools and procedures work together.

Common phrases

  • la technologie moderne

    modern technology

  • la technologie numérique

    digital technology

  • la technologie mobile

    mobile technology

Similar words

technique: A method or skill for performing a specific task effectively.
outil: A tool or software used to perform a task or achieve a goal.
matériel: Physical equipment or supplies used for work or other purposes.

Definition in French

Ensemble des techniques, méthodes et outils utilisés pour concevoir, produire ou appliquer des solutions pratiques dans un domaine.

Word origin

The French noun technologie is a learned formation from Greek tekhnē, craft or technical skill, and -logia, study or description.

Usage tips

  • Technologie usually names a field or organized system, while technique more often names a particular method, skill, or procedure.

Related words

  • technologiquetechnologicaladjective
  • technologiquementtechnologicallyadverb

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