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    Construction (en. Construction)

    /kɔ̃s.tʁyk.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The set of activities related to the realization of a building or infrastructure.
    The construction of a new bridge began last year.
    La construction d'un nouveau pont a débuté l'année dernière.
    Result of the action of building.
    The construction of this museum was completed in 2019.
    La construction de ce musée a été achevée en 2019.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'constructio', from 'construere', which means to assemble.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    construction in progress
    Construction work that is currently being carried out.
    construction en cours
    construction field
    Economic sector related to the construction of buildings and infrastructure.
    domaine de la construction
    construction code
    Regulation concerning construction standards.
    code de la construction

    Related Words

    builder
    A person or company that carries out construction works.
    constructeur
    buildable
    Land that can be built on.
    constructible
    deconstruction
    Action of deconstructing a building.
    déconstruction

    Slang Meanings

    DIYer
    He is always doing small DIY projects around the house.
    Il est toujours en train de faire des bricoles autour de la maison.
    loser
    This architect is a loser; he has never completed a proper construction.
    Cet architecte est un tocard, il n'a jamais fait de construction correcte.