dimension
/di.mɑ̃.sjɔ̃/feminine
The English word dimension is translated into French as dimension.
dimension is a feminine noun used to describe a measure of spatial extent. In scientific or mathematical contexts, the term Une grandeur may be used interchangeably with dimension to convey size or extent. Additionally, the verb dimensionner can be used when referring to the act of determining or setting the size or scale of something.
Meaning: measure of spatial extent (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural of dimension is dimensions.
How do you pronounce it?
/di.mɑ̃.sjɔ̃/. It has 3 syllables.
Did you know?
- While dimension refers to size, French speakers use grandeur to express both physical size and 'greatness' in a moral or historical sense, such as la grandeur de Napoléon.
- In French, the word dimension is frequently used in the expression prendre une nouvelle dimension to describe a situation that has evolved or become more complex, rather than just physically growing.
- While 'dimension' refers to physical size, the French word ampleur is often used to describe the 'dimension' of a situation or a scandal.
Examples in context
- Tom vient d'une autre dimension.Tom comes from another dimension.Tatoeba #2909066 by nimfeo, translation #2908803 by Hybrid
- Ça ajoute une nouvelle dimension à notre problème.That adds a new dimension to our problem.Tatoeba #4237905 by sacredceltic, translation #50484 by CM
- Nous nous éloignons toujours du moment présent. Nos existences mentales, qui sont immatérielles et dépourvues de dimensions, passent le long de la dimension du temps avec une vitesse uniforme, du berceau à la tombe.We are always getting away from the present moment. Our mental existences, which are immaterial and have no dimensions, are passing along the Time-Dimension with a uniform velocity from the cradle to the grave.Tatoeba #3745559 by sacredceltic, translation #3719374 by Hybrid
- Ce tableau a des dimensions étonnantes.This painting has amazing dimensions.
- Le professeur a expliqué les grandeurs de l'univers.The professor explained the dimensions of the universe.
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Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are measuring a piece of furniture for their apartment.
- LucasQuelle est la dimension de cette table ?What is the dimension of this table?
- LéaElle fait un mètre de large.It is one meter wide.
- LucasC'est une dimension parfaite pour le salon.It is a perfect dimension for the living room.
- LéaOui, elle rentrera sans problème.Yes, it will fit without any problem.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “dimension” translations and entries dimension, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
