Matériaux (en. Materials)
/ma.te.ʁjɔ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Substances or elements necessary to build or manufacture something.
The materials needed for building the house include wood and concrete.
Les matériaux nécessaires à la construction de la maison incluent le bois et le béton.
Objects or materials considered in a specific context.
The materials of the school consist of books, supplies, and furniture.
Les matériaux de l'école se composent de livres, de fournitures et de mobilier.
A set of substances used in a particular field, such as architecture or engineering.
The architect chose eco-friendly materials for his project.
L'architecte a choisi des matériaux écologiques pour son projet.
Etymology
From Latin 'materialis', related to 'materia', meaning matter.
Common Phrases and Expressions
construction materials
Types of materials used in construction.
matériaux de construction
recyclable materials
Materials that can be reused or recycled.
matériaux recyclables
plastic materials
Substances made of polymers, often used in various applications.
matériaux plastiques
Related Words
matter
Basic substance from which something is made.
matière
manufacturing
Process of producing an object from materials.
fabrication
construction
Action of building, requiring different materials.
construction
Slang Meanings
Things, objects in general.
He has a lot of materials in his garage.
Il a plein de matériaux dans son garage.
Useful or valuable stuff.
These materials will help us finish the project.
Ces matériaux vont nous aider à terminer le projet.