Matériellement (en. Materially)

/ma.te.ʁjɛl.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that relates to matter or concrete things.
He was materially helped in his projects.
Il a été aidé matériellement dans ses projets.
Based on physical or tangible elements.
The successes were measured materially, without considering intangible aspects.
Les succès ont été mesurés matériellement, sans considérer les aspects intangibles.
Related to physical resources or material economy.
Economic development occurs materially through investment.
Le développement économique se fait matériellement à travers l'investissement.

Etymology

From the French 'matériel' associated with the suffix 'ement' which indicates a manner or state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be materially helped
Receiving tangible or physical support.
être aidé matériellement
to invest materially
Allocating resources to concrete projects.
investir matériellement
material support
Assistance in the form of objects or material resources.
soutien matériel

Related Words

material
Relating to matter, tangible or physical.
matériel
materiel
Set of necessary equipment.
materiel
materialism
Philosophical doctrine emphasizing the importance of the material world.
matérialisme

Slang Meanings

Evaluation or consideration based on physical elements.
He always thinks about things materially, without caring about feelings.
Il pense toujours aux choses matériellement, sans se soucier des sentiments.
Pragmatic approach to problems.
In our team, we approach issues materially.
Dans notre équipe, on aborde les questions matériellement.