Matériels (en. Materials)

/ma.te.ʁjɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Elements necessary for carrying out an activity.
All materials need to be gathered before starting the project.
Il faut rassembler tous les matériels avant de commencer le projet.
A set of tools and technical instruments.
The construction materials were delivered this morning.
Les matériels de construction étaient livrés ce matin.
Items or supplies that facilitate work.
Teachers need appropriate educational materials.
Les enseignants ont besoin de matériels pédagogiques adaptés.

Etymology

From Latin 'materialis' meaning 'relating to matter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

teaching materials
Tools and resources used for teaching.
materiel didactique
computer equipment
Equipment related to computing.
materiel informatique
DIY materials
Instruments and supplies for manual work.
materiel de bricolage

Related Words

materially
In a concrete or tangible way.
matériellement
to materialize
To make something concrete or visible.
matérialiser
material
Substance used to make objects.
matériau

Slang Meanings

Poor quality items.
This gear is really cheap, it quickly ended up in the trash.
Ce matos est vraiment cheap, il a vite fini à la poubelle.
Specialized tools or equipment.
I bought good gear for my new hobby.
J'ai acheté du bon matos pour mon nouveau hobby.