Conception (en. Design)

/kɔ̃.sɛp.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The action of conceiving, that is, forming an idea.

The conception of a project requires deep reflection.

La conception d'un projet nécessite une réflexion approfondie.

Phase of product development, from the idea to the prototype.

We need to review the conception of our new product.

Nous devons revoir la conception de notre nouveau produit.

In terms of science, the process by which a sperm fertilizes an ovum.

Human conception is a complex process.

La conception humaine est un processus complexe.

Of Latin origin, from the word 'conceptio', which means 'the action of seizing'.

general conception

Idea or understanding of a concept in a broad sense.

conception générale

artistic conception

Creative approach or vision of a work of art.

conception artistique

project conception

Planning and developing an idea into a concrete project.

conception de projet

to conceive

Forming an idea or representation.

concevoir

concept

An abstract idea or representation of an object or phenomenon.

concept

preconception

Pre-established idea or opinion about something or someone.

préconception

Conception used in a pregnancy context.

They talked about their planned conception with great excitement.

Ils ont parlé de leur conception prévue avec beaucoup d'excitation.

Used in discussions about event or idea planning.

This conception has the potential to... it's a brilliant plan!

Cette conception a le potentiel de... c’est un plan génial!