plateforme
/plat.fɔʁm/
The English word platform translates to plateforme in French.
In computing, plateforme refers to a specific operating system or environment. A specific type of computer or microprocessor.
Meaning: computing: a specific operating system or environment, a specific type of computer or microprocessor (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
It has 2 syllables.
Did you know?
- In a railway context, a French speaker would not use plateforme for the area where passengers wait, but instead uses quai.
- French law and administration often use the term guichet unique to describe a digital 'platform' that provides a single point of access for multiple services.
- While plateforme describes a technical base, the word socle is often used in French education and politics to describe a 'platform' of fundamental knowledge or values.
Examples in context
- Est-ce que les partis politiques peuvent utiliser les renseignements personnels des listes électorales pour promouvoir leur plateforme au Canada ?Are political parties allowed to use the private information from voters lists to promote their platform in Canada?This sentence shows the use of plateforme in a political context regarding Canada.Tatoeba #8270532 by marioo, translation #8270539 by marioo
- L'académie kabyle prépare une plateforme qui prendra en charge tout le programme scolaire kabyle et ce de la maternelle à l'universitaire.The Kabyle academy is preparing a platform that will take care of the entire Kabyle school program from kindergarten to university.This sentence shows how plateforme is used to describe an educational program support system.Tatoeba #11248779 by Igider, translation #11248794 by Igider
- J'ai préparé un discours pour la tribune .I have prepared a speech for the platform.
- Pour diffuser votre musique, vous pouvez utiliser différentes plateformes en ligne.To distribute your music, you can use various online platforms.
- Les politiciens débattront sur cette nouvelle plateforme .Politicians will debate on this new platform.
- Cette application n'est pas compatible avec votre plateforme.This application is not compatible with your platform.
Example conversation
Lucas and Emma are discussing a technical issue with a new software at work.
- LucasL'application bugue sur cette plateforme.The application is glitching on this platform.
- EmmaEst-ce que Lucas a testé une autre version ?Has Lucas tested another version?
- LucasOui, mais le problème persiste.Yes, but the problem persists.
- EmmaJe vais demander de l'aide à l'informatique.I will ask the IT department for help.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry plateforme, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
