bâtiments
The English phrase "buildings" is translated into French as bâtiments.
bâtiments is used to describe structures with walls and roofs that are built for people to live or work in. It is a general term for any such physical structure, often used in technical or administrative contexts.
Which one should you use?
While bâtiment is a general term for a physical structure, immeuble is more commonly preferred when specifically referring to large residential apartment buildings or commercial complexes. In contrast, bâtiment can be used in a more technical or administrative sense than immeuble.
How does it change in a sentence?
bâtiments is a masculine noun, so it takes masculine articles and adjectives. The singular form of bâtiments is bâtiment.
Did you know?
- The word bâtiments can also refer to a fleet of ships in a naval context. In French, a 'bâtiment de guerre' is a warship, not a terrestrial structure.
- While bâtiment refers to the structure, the word immeuble literally means 'immovable'. This highlights the legal definition of real estate as something that cannot be moved.
- In French, the industry of construction is called le bâtiment, using the singular form of the word to describe the entire professional sector.
Examples in context
- Les bâtiments sont en feu.The buildings are on fire.This sentence is useful for describing buildings that are on fire.Tatoeba #9543511 by Julien_PDC, translation #12311277 by zogwarg
- Je n'aime pas les bâtiments.I don't like buildings.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for buildings.Tatoeba #1121492 by sacredceltic, translation #1121367 by cntrational
- Les bâtiments ont l'air si riquiqui.The buildings look so tiny.This sentence is useful for describing how buildings look very tiny.Tatoeba #796430 by sacredceltic, translation #239073 by CM
- Les bâtiments sont magnifiques dans cette villeThe buildings are magnificent in this city.
- Les édifices historiques de Paris sont célèbres dans le monde entierThe historical buildings of Paris are famous worldwide.
- Les nombreuses constructions modernes transforment le paysage de la villeThe numerous modern buildings are transforming the city's landscape.
- Les immeubles de cette région offrent de superbes vues sur la merThe buildings in this area offer stunning sea views.
- Les bâtisses de ce village sont pleines de charmeThe buildings in this village are full of charm.
- Les bâtiments administratifs sont situés au centre-ville.The administrative buildings are located downtown.
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Example conversation
Nathan and Léa are walking through a modern part of the city.
- NathanCes bâtiments sont vraiment impressionnants.These buildings are truly impressive.
- LéaOui, l'architecture est magnifique ici.Yes, the architecture is magnificent here.
- NathanEst-ce que tu connais ce bâtiment ?Do you know this building?
- LéaNon, je ne le connais pas.No, I don't know it.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
