L'appareil (en. The device)

/la.pa.ʁɛj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Translation: A set of organs or parts that work together to perform a task.
Translation: The camera is essential for capturing moments.
L'appareil photo est indispensable pour capturer des moments.
Translation: An electronic or mechanical device.
Translation: The radio device no longer works.
L'appareil de radio ne fonctionne plus.
Translation: A device used in a specific context, such as a medical device.
Translation: The doctor used a device to diagnose the patient.
Le médecin a utilisé un appareil pour diagnostiquer le patient.

Etymology

Translation: From Latin 'apparalia', meaning 'supplies, furniture'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Translation: the hearing aid
Translation: A device to assist hearing-impaired individuals.
l'appareil auditif
Translation: the camera
Translation: An instrument for taking photographs.
l'appareil photo
Translation: the coffee maker
Translation: An equipment for preparing coffee.
l'appareil à café

Related Words

Translation: apparatus
Translation: Set of devices necessary for a service.
appareillage
Translation: kitchen appliance
Translation: Equipment used in the kitchen, such as a blender.
appareil de cuisine
Translation: electronic device
Translation: Devices that use electricity to operate.
appareil électronique

Slang Meanings

Translation: Term used to refer to a mobile phone.
Translation: Look at my new device!
Regarde mon nouvel appareil !
Translation: Used to refer to any high-tech equipment.
Translation: He bought a new state-of-the-art device.
Il a acheté un nouvel appareil dernier cri.