Construites (en. Built)

kɔ̃s.tʁɪ.it

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been built, erected.
The houses built recently are very modern.
Les maisons construites récemment sont très modernes.
Formed or developed on a solid foundation.
The project has been carefully constructed to ensure its success.
Le projet a été soigneusement construites pour assurer sa réussite.
Referring to objects or buildings that have a physical structure.
The infrastructures built during the 80s are starting to age.
Les infrastructures construites durant les années 80 commencent à vieillir.

Etymology

The word 'construites' is the feminine plural past participle of the verb 'construire', derived from the Latin 'construere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

build bridges
Establishing relationships or communication between individuals or groups.
bâtir des ponts
build one's life
Developing a plan or a solid foundation for the future.
construire sa vie

Related Words

construction
The action of building something.
construction
builder
Person or company that builds.
constructeur
to build
To erect or establish something.
construire

Slang Meanings

Building quickly or in an improvised manner.
He built this piece of furniture in two hours; it's makeshift work.
Il a construit ce meuble en deux heures, c'est du bricolage à l'arrache.
Creating or assembling something informally.
They threw together a surprise party without telling anyone.
Ils ont construites une fête surprise sans prévenir personne.