construction
/kɔ̃s.tʁyk.sjɔ̃/
The English phrase construction translates to French as construction.
The word construction is used to refer to a structure.
Meaning: structure (noun)
Which one should you use?
While construction refers to the act or the structure itself, chantier is the specific word used for a physical construction site. Additionally, the term Les travaux is used more generally to encompass a broader range of works or construction projects and worksites.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables and is pronounced /kɔ̃s.tʁyk.sjɔ̃/.
Did you know?
- The word chantier originally referred to a place where timber was piled for shipbuilding, before it became the general word for any construction site.
- The French term 'chantier' can also be used metaphorically to describe a large, disorganized task or a project that is a complete 'mess'.
- A maître d'œuvre is the specific professional title for the person managing the construction, combining the roles of project manager and coordinator.
Examples in context
- Le pont est en construction.The bridge is under construction.Tatoeba #457449 by sacredceltic, translation #48662 by CK
- Comment va la construction ?How is the construction going?Tatoeba #7809570 by Aiji, translation #2951897 by CK
- La construction a déjà commencé.Construction is already underway.Tatoeba #10073983 by lbdx, translation #4496881 by CK
- Ils travaillent dans la construction de routes.They work in road construction.
- Les travaux de rénovation débutent demain.The renovation works start tomorrow.
- Je vais passer devant le chantier de construction.I will pass by the construction site.
- Les ouvrages réalisés par cette entreprise sont d'une grande qualité.The constructions carried out by this company are of high quality.
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Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are discussing a new building design.
- GabrielLa construction de ce bâtiment est impressionnante.The construction of this building is impressive.
- ChloéOui, sa construction est très moderne.Yes, its construction is very modern.
- GabrielEst-ce que la construction sera terminée bientôt ?Will the construction be finished soon?
- ChloéElle sera prête pour l'été.It will be ready for the summer.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry construction, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
