pratique
/pʁa.tik/
The English word practical is translated into French as pratique.
pratique is an adjective used to describe something that is based on practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis.
Meaning: based on practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective pratique is the same in both masculine and feminine forms.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and is pronounced /pʁa.tik/.
Did you know?
- In a formal or legal context, pratique can refer to a 'custom' or an established way of doing things within a specific institution.
- The term un cas pratique refers to a 'case study' used in law or business to apply theory to real situations.
- In certain older French texts, pratique was used to describe the 'art' or 'craft' of a specific trade.
Examples in context
- Ce n'est pas pratique.That isn't practical.This sentence is useful for saying that something is not practical.Tatoeba #6817972 by GB3, translation #6817053 by CK
- L'examen pratique est après-demain.The practical exam is the day after tomorrow.This sentence is useful for mentioning a practical exam.Tatoeba #6610495 by aperitero, translation #6610394 by jaxhere
- Tom est doué d'un bon sens pratique.Tom is a very practical person.This sentence is useful for describing someone who has good practical sense.Tatoeba #11960555 by zogwarg, translation #3619360 by CK
- Ce nouvel outil est très pratique pour le travail quotidienThis new tool is very practical for everyday work
- La voiture est un moyen de transport très utilitaireThe car is a very practical means of transportation
- La conception de cette cuisine est très fonctionnelleThe layout of this kitchen is very practical
- Ce petit sac est pratique comme tout pour les voyagesThis small bag is really practical for traveling
- Ce nouvel appareil est hyperpratique pour cuisiner rapidementThis new appliance is extremely practical for cooking quickly
- Il est plus pratique de prendre le métro pour aller en centre-ville.It's more practical to take the subway to go downtown.
- J'ai acheté ce sac à dos parce qu'il est pratique pour les randonnées.I bought this backpack because it's practical for hikes.
- Ce téléphone a une batterie longue durée, ce qui est très pratique.This phone has a long-lasting battery, which is very practical.
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Example conversation
Emma and Hugo are discussing a new training course for their job.
- EmmaEst-ce que ce cours est plutôt théorique ?Is this course mostly theoretical?
- HugoNon, il est très pratique.No, it is very practical.
- EmmaC'est parfait pour moi, Hugo.That is perfect for me, Hugo.
- HugoTu vas beaucoup apprendre sur le terrain.You are going to learn a lot in the field.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “practical” translations and entries pratique, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
