How to Say “Geometry” in French

géométrie
/ʒe.ɔ.me.tʁi/feminine
The English word 'geometry' is géométrie in French.
géométrie refers to the branch of mathematics.
Meaning: branch of mathematics (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

géométrie is a feminine noun.

How do you pronounce it?

/ʒe.ɔ.me.tʁi/

Did you know?

  • The phrase être d'équerre, which uses a tool of géométrie, means both to be physically square and to be in agreement or honest with someone.
  • The French word isométrique is used in both géométrie and exercise science to describe movements where the muscle length does not change.
  • If you were to study 'solid geometry' in a French school, you would call it géométrie dans l'espace, literally translating to 'geometry in space'.

Examples in context

  • Ce chapitre sera consacré aux concepts de la géométrie.
    This chapter will focus on the concepts of geometry.
    This sentence shows how to mention geometry in the context of a chapter's focus.
    Tatoeba #2405413 by tanguy14, translation #58444 by CM
  • Mes matières préférées, au Lycée, étaient la géométrie et l'histoire.
    My favorite subjects in high school were geometry and history.
    This sentence demonstrates how to list geometry among favorite school subjects.
    Tatoeba #3601188 by sacredceltic, translation #3553385 by op78723
  • Si la géométrie est la science de l'espace, quelle est la science du temps ?
    If geometry is the science of space, what is the science of time?
    This sentence illustrates a philosophical comparison involving geometry.
    Tatoeba #817933 by sacredceltic, translation #601958 by darinmex
  • J'adore étudier la géométrie à l'école.
    I love studying geometry at school.
  • Aujourd'hui, nous avons appris les différentes formes et les figures en géométrie.
    Today, we learned about the different shapes and figures in geometry.
  • Les calculs géométriques sont indispensables pour concevoir ce bâtiment moderne.
    Geometric calculations are essential to design this modern building.
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Example conversation

Two students are studying in a library.

  1. Manon

    Tu aimes la géométrie ?
    Do you like geometry?
  2. Lucas

    Non, je préfère l'algèbre.
    No, I prefer algebra.
  3. Manon

    Moi, je trouve la géométrie passionnante.
    Me, I find geometry fascinating.
  4. Lucas

    C'est vrai, mais c'est difficile.
    That's true, but it is difficult.

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