L’équipage (en. The crew)

/le.ki.paʒ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
All members of a crew on a ship, an airplane, etc.
The crew of the boat responded well during the storm.
L'équipage du bateau a bien réagi lors de la tempête.
A company of people with different roles towards the same goal.
The film crew worked hard to make the movie.
L'équipage de tournage a travaillé dur pour réaliser le film.

Etymology

Comes from the word "equipment" related to the assembly of people and material.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the crew on board
refers to the team present on the ship or the airplane.
l’équipage à bord
call upon the crew
to request the assistance or support of the team.
faire appel à l’équipage
the flight crew
crew members responsible for the operation of the vehicle.
l’équipage de conduite

Related Words

crew member
Member of a crew who works in collaboration with others.
équipier
navigation
The action of directing a ship or an aircraft.
navigation
commander
Person who leads a crew.
commandant

Slang Meanings

Hard worker
This crew is really hard workers, always at work.
Cet équipage est vraiment des travailleux, toujours à l'œuvre.
Crew
The film crew did a great job during the shoot.
Le crew du film a fait un super boulot pendant le tournage.