techniquement
/tɛk.nik.mɑ̃/
The English word "technically" is translated into French as techniquement.
Like in English, techniquement is used to introduce a statement that is strictly true according to rules or facts, even if it contradicts common perception.
Meaning: based on precise facts, which however may be contrary to common misbelief or to a traditional name (adv)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has three syllables and is pronounced /tɛk.nik.mɑ̃/.
Did you know?
- The root word technique describes not only technical skill but also the specific artistic style of a painter or musician, such as their technique de pinceau for brushwork.
- If you use techniquement to start a sentence in a heated debate, it can sound more dismissive or pedantic in French than it typically does in English.
- In some formal French contexts, using techniquement can be perceived as overly pedantic, leading speakers to use à proprement parler to be more polite.
Examples in context
- Est-ce techniquement possible ?Is it technically possible?This sentence is useful for asking about technical possibility using techniquement.Tatoeba #11119784 by felix63, translation #11134308 by Ooneykcall
- Techniquement, il est encore étudiant.Technically he is still a student.This sentence is useful for noting a technical status using techniquement.Tatoeba #6470239 by lapinhibou, translation #20226 by CK
- Techniquement, le rot peut être considéré comme un énoncé.Technically, a burp could be considered an utterance.This sentence is useful for describing a technical definition using techniquement.Tatoeba #14018258 by zogwarg, translation #7758207 by Adelpa
- Techniquement, cette méthode est la plus efficace.Technically, this method is the most efficient.
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Example conversation
Hugo and Léa are discussing a rule in a board game.
- HugoTechniquement, tu as déjà gagné.Technically, you have already won.
- LéaMais je n'ai pas encore fini mon tour.But I haven't finished my turn yet.
- HugoLa règle dit que c'est fini.The rule says that it is finished.
- LéaD'accord, je l'accepte.Okay, I accept it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “technically” translations and entries techniquement, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
