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.
- ManonTu aimes la géométrie ?Do you like geometry?
- LucasNon, je préfère l'algèbre.No, I prefer algebra.
- ManonMoi, je trouve la géométrie passionnante.Me, I find geometry fascinating.
- LucasC'est vrai, mais c'est difficile.That's true, but it is difficult.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “geometry” translations and entries géométrie, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.