Appareils (en. Devices)
[apaʁɛj]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A device used to perform a specific task.
Household appliances make household chores easier.
Les appareils électroménagers facilitent les tâches ménagères.
A set of tools or instruments used in a specific field.
Researchers used sophisticated measuring devices.
Les chercheurs ont utilisé des appareils de mesure sophistiqués.
Any mechanical or electronic object serving a particular purpose.
Digital cameras have replaced analog cameras.
Les appareils photo numériques ont remplacé les appareils analogiques.
Etymology
From the French 'appareil', having roots in Latin 'apparatus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
measuring devices
Devices used to quantify or evaluate certain characteristics.
appareils de mesure
household appliances
Instruments used to facilitate household tasks.
appareils électroménagers
connected devices
Electronic devices connected to the Internet for smart use.
appareils connectés
Related Words
camera
Device used to take photographs.
appareil photo
cooking device
Device designed to prepare food through cooking.
appareil de cuisson
hearing aid
Device used to assist people with hearing impairments.
appareil auditif
Slang Meanings
Devices in poor condition or out of service.
This device is now an old gadget.
Cet appareil est désormais un vieil appareil.
Very sophisticated and expensive devices.
He just bought a state-of-the-art device.
Il vient d'acheter un appareil de dernière génération.