Architecture (en. Architecture)

/aʁ.ki.tɛk.tʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The set of elements that constitute a building.

The architecture of this cathedral is impressive.

L'architecture de cette cathédrale est impressionnante.

The discipline that studies the design of structures and spaces.

She studied architecture at university.

Elle a étudié l'architecture à l'université.

The way in which something is constructed or organized.

The architecture of this software is complex.

L'architecture de ce logiciel est complexe.

Comes from the Latin 'architectura', derived from the Greek 'architekton', meaning 'master builder'.

modern architecture

A style of architecture that focuses on new techniques and materials.

architecture moderne

lots of architecture

Refers to a large variety or abundance of architecture in one place.

beaucoup d'architecture

study of architecture

A course or educational program regarding architecture.

étude de l'architecture

architect

Professional in the design and planning of buildings.

architecte

urban planning

Planning and organization of urban spaces.

urbanisme

Refers to a person who has a very pronounced taste for the aesthetics of buildings.

He is really into architecture, he can't help but comment on every building.

Il est vraiment archi, il ne peut s'empêcher de commenter chaque bâtiment.

Used to describe something well-designed or well-organized.

This project is super well-designed, everything is perfectly structured.

Ce projet est super archi, tout est parfaitement structuré.