équation
/e.kwa.sjɔ̃/feminine
The French word for "equation" is équation.
In a mathematical context, équation is used to refer to an assertion.
Meaning: mathematics: assertion (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word équation is a feminine noun. The plural form is équations.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables: /e.kwa.sjɔ̃/.
Did you know?
- In French, the word équation is often used metaphorically to describe a complex life situation or a social puzzle that needs to be resolved, as in l'équation sociale.
- The word équation is a member of a group of French nouns ending in -tion that are almost exclusively feminine, a pattern that allows learners to guess the gender of new technical terms with high accuracy.
- In French mathematics, an équation specifically requires an equals sign, whereas a 'formula' is called an formule, a distinction that is more strictly maintained than in casual English.
Examples in context
- Cette équation a des solutions.This equation has solutions.This sentence demonstrates how to say that an équation has solutions.Tatoeba #13381461 by Rovo, translation #13361009 by frpzzd
- Je n'arrive pas à trouver l'équation.I can't find the equation.This sentence is useful for expressing that you cannot find the équation.Tatoeba #8450286 by Aiji, translation #4332251 by AlanF_US
- Je n'ai pas pris en compte ces variables dans l'équation.I didn't factor those variables into the equation.This sentence shows how to use équation when discussing variables.Tatoeba #806079 by sacredceltic, translation #695223 by darinmex
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Example conversation
Chloé and Lucas are studying math together at the library.
- ChloéEst-ce que tu comprends cette équation ?Do you understand this equation?
- LucasNon, elle me semble beaucoup trop complexe.No, it seems much too complex to me.
- ChloéJe pense qu'il manque une étape dans l'équation.I think there is a step missing in the equation.
- LucasTu as raison, Lucas va nous aider.You are right, Lucas is going to help us.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “equation” translations and entries équation, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
