techniques
The English phrase "techniques" is translated into French as techniques.
techniques refers to specialized procedures or methods used to complete a particular task.
Which one should you use?
While techniques is the standard term, you can use different words depending on the context and level of formality. Les procédés can be used formally in a technical or scientific context to indicate specific processes or techniques, Les trucs is a common informal term used to describe techniques or tricks and Les astuces refers to tips or tricks that people employ as techniques.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is technique.
Did you know?
- The informal word trucs can refer to a 'technique' or 'trick', but it is also the most common French word for 'thing' or 'stuff' when a speaker forgets the actual name of an object.
- While techniques is a noun for methods, it is also used as an adjective meaning 'technical'. In this role, it describes things like le support technique for 'technical support'.
- In the context of art and music, la technique refers to the physical mastery of an instrument or medium, whereas le style refers to the artistic choice, creating a sharp distinction between the two.
Examples in context
- Heureusement, il existe des techniques qui permettent de contourner ce problème.Fortunately, there are some techniques you can use to work around this issue.This sentence shows how to use techniques to describe working around a problem.Tatoeba #10593406 by lbdx, translation #10593404 by CM
- Afin de diminuer les incompréhensions, nous devons apprendre les techniques pour communiquer avec succès.To reduce misunderstandings we should learn the techniques for communicating successfully.This sentence uses techniques in the context of learning how to communicate successfully.Tatoeba #538601 by sacredceltic, translation #240261 by CM
- Dan a essayé d'utiliser des techniques de guerre psychologique pour contrôler certains membres du groupe.Dan tried to use psychological warfare techniques to control some members of the group.This sentence illustrates the use of techniques when referring to psychological warfare.Tatoeba #4008828 by Scorpionvenin14, translation #4008823 by Amastan
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Example conversation
Léa and Gabriel are discussing a painting class.
- LéaQuelles techniques utilise cet artiste ?What techniques does this artist use?
- GabrielIl utilise des techniques de peinture à l'huile.He uses oil painting techniques.
- LéaEst-ce que tu veux apprendre ces techniques ?Do you want to learn these techniques?
- GabrielOui, j'aimerais beaucoup m'améliorer.Yes, I would really like to improve.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
