studio
/sty.djo/masculine
The English phrase "studio" can be translated into French as studio or atelier.
Meaning: artist’s or photographer’s workshop (noun)
Ways to say it
| French | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| studio | /sty.djo/ | masculine |
| atelier | /a.tə.lje/ | masculine |
Both terms refer to a workspace, but they are used in different contexts. studio is typically used for modern media environments like recording studios, photography studios or dance studios. In a residential context, un studio commonly refers to a one-room studio apartment.
Which one should you use?
studio is the preferred term for modern settings such as media or dance. In contrast, atelier is the more traditional and common term used for a fine artist's workshop or a craft studio, implying a place of manual creation.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, Canada, a studio may sometimes be referred to as atelier de création.
How does it change in a sentence?
When used in a residential context, the phrase un studio refers to a one-room studio apartment.
How do you pronounce it?
/sty.djo/
Did you know?
- The word atelier is historically linked to attelle, a word for a wooden splint used to set broken bones.
- Historically, an atelier was not just a room, but a formal system of apprenticeship where a master artist trained students in a hierarchical workshop.
- While studio sounds modern, atelier is often used in high fashion to describe the secret workshops where 'haute couture' garments are hand-sewn.
Examples in context
- Elle gère un studio de danse.She runs a dance studio.This sentence shows the use of studio in the context of a dance studio.Tatoeba #1902560 by sacredceltic, translation #1894257 by Spamster
- Le studio n'a pas son mot à dire ?The studio don't have a say in it?This sentence uses studio to refer to an entity that has a say in a matter.Tatoeba #14021173 by Myrano_, translation #14021172 by Myrano_
- Notre studio est toujours situé sur la rue Park.Our studio is still located on Park Street.This sentence demonstrates how to use studio when discussing a location.Tatoeba #5369532 by Scorpionvenin14, translation #5369338 by CK
- J'ai récemment loué un atelier d'artiste.I recently rented an artist's studio.
- L'atelier de ce peintre est vraiment impressionnant.This painter's studio is truly impressive.
- Son nouveau studio d'artiste est situé au cœur de Paris.His new artist's studio is located in the heart of Paris.
- Les visites guidées vous permettront de découvrir de nombreux studios d'artistes renommés.Guided tours will allow you to discover several renowned artists' studios.
- Je travaille dans un studio de danse à Paris.I work in a dance studio in Paris.
- Peux-tu me rejoindre dans mon studio de musique?Can you join me in my music studio?
- Il partage son lieu de création avec d'autres artistes talentueux.He shares his creative space with other talented artists.
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Example conversation
Léa and Lucas are visiting a friend's workspace.
- LéaEst-ce que ce studio est grand ?Is this studio big?
- LucasOui, le studio est très lumineux.Yes, the studio is very bright.
- LéaIl est parfait pour ton travail.It is perfect for your work.
- LucasMerci, je l'adore.Thank you, I love it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “studio” translations and entries studio, atelier, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries atelier, studio, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
