French word

vulcanisation

Pronunciation

IPA/vylkanizasjɔ̃/

Meaning

feminine nounvulcanization

Example

La vulcanisation des semelles prolonge la durée de vie des chaussures.

The vulcanization of the soles extends the life of the shoes.

Illustration for vulcanisation (vulcanization)

More examples

Combien de temps prend la vulcanisation d'une semelle?

How long does vulcanization of a sole take?

Core concept

Rubber heated with sulfur changes from a sticky mass into durable, elastic material that keeps its shape.

Similar words

traitement: Processing applied to a material or product to give it a desired function.
réparation: The act of restoring something damaged to a usable condition.

Definition in French

Action de traiter le caoutchouc par chauffage et ajout de soufre afin de le rendre moins collant et plus élastique.

Word origin

French vulcanisation comes through English vulcanization from Vulcan, the Roman god associated with fire and metalworking.

Usage tips

Vulcanisation is a feminine technical noun, so the usual article is la vulcanisation.