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Thematic Professional Vocabulary: English–French
Welcome to this thematic vocabulary collection!
Explore essential English vocabulary from a wide range of professional industries, with French translations and clear definitions. This collection will help you learn and master the most important terms you are likely to use in your everyday professional life and within your industry.
✈️ Aeronautics Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
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| Navigation | Navigation | Planning and controlling the flight path. |
| Black box | Boîte noire | Flight recorder storing flight data. |
| Landing gear | Train d’atterrissage | Wheels and supports used for landing. |
| Cabin crew | Personnel de cabine | Staff responsible for passenger comfort and safety. |
| Pilot | Pilote | Person who operates the controls of an aircraft. |
| Weather radar | Radar météorologique | System detecting weather conditions for flight. |
| Propeller | Hélice | A rotating blade that moves an aircraft forward. |
| Fuel tank | Réservoir de carburant | Container for holding aviation fuel. |
| Terminal | Terminal | Building where passengers board or leave aircraft. |
| Air traffic control | Contrôle aérien | Service managing aircraft movements. |
| Cabin | Cabine | Passenger area inside an aircraft. |
| Fuselage | Fuselage | Main body of the aircraft. |
| Wing | Aile | Structure that produces lift for flight. |
| Elevator | Élévateur | Control surface managing pitch. |
| Rudder | Gouvernail | Control surface managing yaw. |
| Aileron | Aileron | Control surface managing roll. |
| Jet bridge | Passerelle | Walkway connecting terminal to aircraft. |
| Taxiway | Voie de circulation | Path connecting runway and apron. |
| Apron | Aire de trafic | Area where aircraft are parked. |
| Hangar bay | Baie de hangar | Section inside a hangar for maintenance. |
| Flaps | Volets | Movable surfaces for lift and drag control. |
| Spoilers | Spoilers | Devices that reduce lift and increase drag. |
| Autopilot | Pilote automatique | System controlling aircraft automatically. |
| Navigation lights | Feux de navigation | Lights for aircraft position visibility. |
| Transponder | Transpondeur | Device sending aircraft ID and altitude. |
| Flight plan | Plan de vol | Route and schedule of a flight. |
| Aircraft | Avion | A machine that can fly, such as a plane or helicopter. |
| Cockpit | Poste de piolotage | Area where pilot control the aircraft |
| Compass | Boussole | Shows direction of aircraft. |
| Turbulence | Turbulence | Irregular air movement affecting flight. |
| Jet stream | Courant-jet | High-altitude wind affecting aircraft speed. |
| Cabin pressure | Pression cabine | Air pressure maintained in cabin. |
| Oxygen mask | Masque à oxygène | Device providing oxygen in emergencies. |
| Emergency exit | Sortie de secours | Exit for evacuation. |
| Life vest | Gilet de sauvetage | Personal flotation device. |
| Seat belt | Ceinture de sécurité | Device securing passengers. |
| Check-in | Enregistrement | Process of registering passengers. |
| Boarding pass | Carte d’embarquement | Ticket granting access to flight. |
| Baggage claim | Récupération des bagages | Area to collect luggage. |
🚗 Automobile Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Engine | Moteur | The machine that powers a vehicle. |
| Gearbox | Boîte de vitesses | A system that changes speed and torque. |
| Chassis | Châssis | The vehicle’s main supporting frame. |
| Assembly line | Chaîne de montage | A production line for building cars. |
| Brakes | Freins | A system to slow down or stop a vehicle. |
| Emission | Émission | Gas released by vehicle engines. |
| Electric vehicle | Véhicule électrique | Car powered by electricity instead of fuel. |
| Battery | Batterie | Stores energy to power a vehicle. |
| Dashboard | Tableau de bord | Displays car information to the driver. |
| Fuel efficiency | Efficacité énergétique | Distance a car travels per unit of fuel. |
| Suspension | Suspension | System supporting vehicle weight and absorbing shocks. |
| Airbag | Airbag | Safety device that inflates during collisions. |
| Tires | Pneus | Rubber components that provide traction for the vehicle. |
| Steering wheel | Volant | Device used to control the direction of a car. |
| Clutch | Embrayage | Device connecting and disconnecting engine and transmission. |
| Accelerator | Accélérateur | Pedal that controls vehicle speed. |
| Brake pedal | Pédale de frein | Pedal that slows down the vehicle. |
| Seat belt | Ceinture de sécurité | Device to secure passengers in place. |
| Headlights | Phares | Front lights for visibility during night or bad weather. |
| Taillights | Feux arrière | Rear lights for signaling and visibility. |
| Turn signal | Clignotant | Indicator showing vehicle turning direction. |
| Windshield | Pare-brise | Glass screen at the front of a car. |
| Rearview mirror | Rétroviseur | Mirror to see behind the vehicle. |
| Side mirror | Rétroviseur latéral | Mirror on the sides for better visibility. |
| Fuel tank | Réservoir de carburant | Container holding fuel for the engine. |
| Exhaust | Échappement | System releasing engine gases. |
| Radiator | Radiateur | Device to cool the engine. |
| Alternator | Alternateur | Generates electricity for the car’s electrical system. |
| Starter | Démarreur | Device to start the engine. |
| Muffler | Silencieux | Reduces noise from the exhaust system. |
| Ignition | Allumage | System that starts the engine combustion process. |
| Transmission | Transmission | System transmitting power from engine to wheels. |
| Differential | Différentiel | Allows wheels to rotate at different speeds. |
| Wheel | Roue | Circular component that enables the vehicle to move. |
| Axle | Essieu | Shaft connecting wheels and supporting vehicle weight. |
| Fuel pump | Pompe à carburant | Device that moves fuel to the engine. |
| Oil filter | Filtre à huile | Removes contaminants from engine oil. |
| Air filter | Filtre à air | Cleans air before entering the engine. |
| Turbocharger | Turbocompresseur | Increases engine power by forcing air in. |
| Cylinder | Cylindre | Part of engine where fuel combustion occurs. |
| Piston | Piston | Moves inside the cylinder to generate power. |
| Camshaft | Arbre à cames | Controls valve timing in the engine. |
| Timing belt | Courroie de distribution | Synchronizes engine components. |
| Spark plug | Bougie | Ignites fuel in the engine. |
| Fuel injector | Injecteur de carburant | Sprays fuel into the engine combustion chamber. |
| Carburetor | Carburateur | Mixes air and fuel for combustion (older vehicles). |
| Suspension spring | Ressort de suspension | Absorbs shocks from the road. |
| Shock absorber | Amortisseur | Dampens impact for a smooth ride. |
| Body | Carrosserie | The external structure of a car. |
| Frame | Châssis | The base structure supporting the vehicle. |
| Wheel hub | Moyeu de roue | Central part connecting wheel to axle. |
| Brake disc | Disque de frein | Component used in disc brakes. |
| Brake pad | Plaquette de frein | Friction component pressing on the disc to stop the car. |
| Windshield wiper | Essuie-glace | Clears rain or debris from the windshield. |
| Horn | Klaxon | Device producing sound to alert others. |
🏦 Banking Industry
| English | French | |
| Account | Compte | Record of financial transactions. |
| Deposit | Dépôt | Money placed in a bank. |
| Withdrawal | Retrait | Taking money out of an account. |
| Interest | Intérêt | Payment for borrowing money. |
| Loan | Prêt | Money lent with repayment terms. |
| Mortgage | Hypothèque | Loan for buying property. |
| Credit | Crédit | Money available to borrow. |
| Debit | Débit | Money taken from an account. |
| ATM | Distributeur automatique | Machine for banking transactions. |
| Bank statement | Relevé bancaire | Record of all account transactions. |
| Savings account | Compte d’épargne | Account to save money and earn interest. |
| Checking account | Compte courant | Account used for daily transactions. |
| Overdraft | Découvert | When withdrawals exceed the account balance. |
| Interest rate | Taux d’intérêt | Percentage charged on borrowed money. |
| Balance | Solde | Amount of money available in an account. |
| Bank branch | Agence bancaire | Physical location of a bank. |
| Online banking | Banque en ligne | Managing bank accounts through the internet. |
| Wire transfer | Virement bancaire | Electronic transfer of funds between banks. |
| Fixed deposit | Dépôt à terme | Money deposited for a fixed period earning interest. |
| Currency exchange | Change de devises | Converting one currency to another. |
| Bank fees | Frais bancaires | Charges for banking services. |
| Loan application | Demande de prêt | Request to borrow money from a bank. |
| Collateral | Garantie | Asset pledged to secure a loan. |
| Default | Défaut de paiement | Failure to repay a loan. |
| Bank manager | Directeur de banque | Prson managing bank operations. |
| Branch code | Code agence | Identifier for a bank branch. |
| SWIFT code | Code SWIFT | International bank identifier for wire transfers. |
| IBAN | IBAN | International Bank Account Number for transactions. |
| Bank guarantee | Garantie bancaire | Bank promise to cover a client’s obligation. |
| Cheque | Chèque | Written order to pay money from an account. |
| Standing order | Prélèvement automatique | Regular automatic payment instruction. |
| Direct debit | Prélèvement | Automatic withdrawal from a bank account. |
| Security | Valeur mobilière | Financial instrument like shares or bonds. |
| Treasury | Trésorerie | Management of funds within a bank. |
| Credit card | Carte de crédit | Card to borrow money for purchases. |
| Debit card | Carte de débit | Card to pay directly from account funds. |
| Loan interest | Intérêt de prêt | Money charged on a loan. |
| Bank audit | Audit bancaire | Examination of bank records and operations. |
| Capital | Capital | Financial resources owned by a bank. |
| Risk management | Gestion des risques | Identifying and controlling financial risks. |
| Banknote | Billet de banque | Paper money issued by a bank. |
| Mobile banking | Banque mobile | Accessing bank accounts via mobile devices. |
| Customer account | Compte client | Account held by a bank customer. |
| Payment gateway | Passerelle de paiement | Onlie system to process payments. |
| Microfinance | Microfinance | Banking services for small businesses or individuals. |
| Interest income | Revenu d’intérêt | Money earned from lending or deposits. |
| Loan term | Durée du prêt | Length of time a loan must be repaid. |
| Principal | Principal | The original sum of a loan. |
| Deposit slip | Bordereau de dépôt | Form to deposit money into a bank. |
| Bank policy | Politique bancaire | Rules and procedures of a bank. |
| Financial institution | Institution financière | Organization providing banking services. |
| Cheque book | Carnet de chèques | Book of pre-printed cheques for payments. |
| Reconciliation | Rapprochement bancaire | Matching bank records with transactions. |
| Bank transfer | Virement bancaire | Sending money between bank accounts. |
💰 Finance Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Asset | Actif | Something valuable owned by a person or company. |
| Liability | Passif | A debt or obligation of a company. |
| Equity | Capitaux propres | Owner’s share in a business. |
| Revenue | Revenu | Income from business activities. |
| Profit | Profit | The financial gain after expenses. |
| Loss | Perte | When expenses exceed income. |
| Investment | Investissement | Money put into something to gain profit. |
| Dividend | Dividende | Profit shared with shareholders. |
| Budget | Budget | Plan for income and expenditure. |
| Cash flow | Flux de trésorerie | Movement of money in and out. |
| Capital | Capital | Financial resources used to fund business activities. |
| Bond | Obligation | Debt instrument issued by a company or government. |
| Stock | Action | A share of ownership in a company. |
| Portfolio | Portefeuille | Collection of investments held by an individual or company. |
| Financial statement | Éats financiers | Document showing a company’s financial performance. |
| Balance sheet | Bilan | Statement of assets, liabilities, and equity. |
| Income statement | Compte de résultat | Statement showing revenue and expenses over time. |
| Cash reserve | Réserve de trésorerie | Funds kept for emergencies or future use. |
| Risk | Risque | Potential for financial loss. |
| Return | Rendement | Profit earned from an investment. |
| Interest rate | Taux d’intérêt | Percentage charged on borrowed money. |
| Loan | Prêt | Money lent to be repaid with interest. |
| Mortgage | Hypothèque | Loan used to purchase property. |
| Credit | Crédit | Borrowing capacity or loan availability. |
| Debit | Débit | Money taken from an account. |
| Financial analysis | Analyse financière | Evaluation of a company’s financial health. |
| Merger | Fusion | Combination of two companies. |
| Acquisition | Acquisition | Purchase of one company by another. |
| Capital gain | Plus-value | Profit from selling an asset. |
| Capital loss | Moins-value | Loss from selling an asset. |
| Asset management | Gestion d’actifs | Professional management of investments. |
| Liability management | Gestion des passifs | Managing debts and obligations. |
| Inflation | Inflation | Increase in prices over time. |
| Deflation | Déflation | Decrease in prices over time. |
| Budget deficit | Déficit budgétaire | When expenses exceed income. |
| Surplus | Excédent | When income exceeds expenses. |
| Audit | Audit | Examination of financial accounts. |
| Financial plan | Plan financier | Strategy for managing money and investments. |
| Leverage | Effet de levier | Using borrowed funds for investment. |
| Hedge | Couverture | Investment to reduce risk. |
| Derivative | Dérivé | Financial contract based on underlying assets. |
| Liquidity | Liquidité | Availability of cash or assets that can be quickly converted. |
| Equity financing | Financement par actions | Rasing capital by selling shares. |
| Debt financing | Financement par dette | Raising capital through borrowing. |
| Venture capital | Capital-risque | Investment in start-ups with high growth potential. |
| Private equity | Capital-investissement | Investment in private companies. |
| Public offering | Offre publique | Selling shares to the public. |
| IPO | Introduction en bourse | Fit sale of a company’s shares to the public. |
| Stock market | Marché boursier | Platform for buying and selling shares. |
| Bond market | Marché obligataire | Platform for buying and selling bonds. |
| Hedge fund | Fonds spéculatif | Investment fund using aggressive strategies. |
| Mutual fund | Fonds commun de placement | Fund pooling money from multiple investors. |
⚖️ Legal Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Contract | Contrat | A legal agreement between parties. |
| Litigation | Litige | The process of taking legal action. |
| Client | Client | A person who hires a lawyer. |
| Judge | Juge | The person who decides cases in court. |
| Court | Tribunal | The place where legal cases are heard. |
| Evidence | Preuve | Facts or information used in court. |
| Law firm | Cabinet d’avocats | A business providing legal services. |
| Clause | Clause | A specific section of a contract. |
| Regulation | Règlement | An official rule or law. |
| Settlement | Règlement à l’amiable | An agreement to end a dispute without trial. |
| Attorney | Avocat | Legal professional representing clients. |
| Plaintiff | Demandeur | Person bringing a lawsuit. |
| Defendant | Défendeur | Person against whom a lawsuit is filed. |
| Prosecution | Procureur | Legal party bringing charges in criminal case. |
| Defense | Défense | Legal party protecting the accused. |
| Jurisdiction | Juridiction | Authority of a court to hear a case. |
| Appeal | Appel | Request to review a court decision. |
| Statute | Loi | Written law passed by a legislature. |
| Ordinance | Ordonnance | Local law or regulation. |
| Deposition | Déposition | Sworn out-of-court statement by a witness. |
| Subpoena | Assignation | Legal order to appear in court or produce evidence. |
| Verdict | Verdict | Decision reached by a judge or jury. |
| Sentence | Peine | Punishment given by a court. |
| Tort | Délit civil | Civil wrong causing harm or loss. |
| Liability | Responsabilité | Legal responsibility for actions or damages. |
| Negligence | Négligence | Failure to exercise reasonable care. |
| Arbitration | Arbitrage | Resolving disputes outside the court. |
| Mediation | Médiation | Negotiation facilitated by a neutral third party. |
| Intellectual property | Propriété intellectuelle | Lgal rights for inventions, designs, or creative works. |
| Trademark | Marque déposée | Symbol or name legally registered for business use. |
| Patent | Brevet | Legal right to an invention. |
| Copyright | Droit d’auteur | Legal protection for creative works. |
| Breach | Violation | Failure to fulfill a legal obligation. |
| Contractual obligation | Obligation contractuelle | Duty defined in a contract. |
| Legal aid | Aide juridique | Assistance provided to those unable to afford legal services. |
| Notary | Notaire | Legal professional certifying documents. |
| Jurisprudence | Jurisprudence | Body of court decisions guiding future cases. |
| Plea bargain | Accord de plaidoirie | Agreement to resolve criminal case without trial. |
| Injunction | Injonction | Court order requiring or preventing action. |
| Class action | Action collective | Lawsuit filed by a group with similar claims. |
| Bankruptcy | Faillite | Legal declaration of inability to pay debts. |
| Fiduciary | Fiduciaire | Person with legal responsibility to manage another’s assets. |
| Contract law | Droit des contrats | Laws governing agreements between parties. |
| Civil law | Droit civil | Laws governing private disputes between individuals. |
| Criminal law | Droit pénal | Laws governing crimes and punishment. |
| Administrative law | Droit administratif | Rules governing government agencies. |
| Legal precedent | Précédent juridique | Prior court decision guiding future cases. |
| Summons | Citation | Legal notice to appear in court. |
| Bail | Caution | Temporary release of accused with security deposit. |
| Probation | Liberté surveillée | Court-imposed supervision instead of imprisonment. |
| Deposition transcript | Procès-verbal de déposition | Written record of witness statements. |
| Contempt of court | Outrage au tribunal | Disobeying or disrespecting court authority. |
🏗️ Construction Sector
| English | French | Meaning |
| Blueprint | Plan | Technical drawing of a building or structure. |
| Contractor | Entrepreneur | Person or company responsible for building. |
| Foundation | Fondation | Base of a building structure. |
| Beam | Poutre | Structural element supporting weight. |
| Scaffold | Échafaudage | Temporary structure for workers. |
| Concrete | Béton | Mixture used to build structures. |
| Brick | Brique | Small rectangular block used in walls. |
| Permit | Permis | Official approval to build. |
| Survey | Arpentage | Measuring land for construction. |
| Excavation | Excavation | Digging of earth for building. |
| Rebar | Armature | Steel bars used to reinforce concrete. |
| Mortar | Mortier | Mixture to bind bricks or stones. |
| Roofing | Toiture | Construction of the top covering of a building. |
| Insulation | Isolation | Material to prevent heat or sound transfer. |
| Plumbing | Plomberie | System of pipes and water supply. |
| Electrical wiring | Câblage électrique | Installation of electrical circuits in a building. |
| HVAC | CVC (chauffage, ventilation, climatisation) | Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. |
| Load-bearing wall | Mur porteur | Wall that supports weight from above. |
| Drywall | Cloison sèche | Panel used to make interior walls and ceilings. |
| Floor plan | Plan d’étage | Layout of rooms and spaces. |
| Structural engineer | Ingénieur structure | Professional designing building support systems. |
| Masonry | Maçonnerie | Stone or brick construction work. |
| Crane | Grue | Machine for lifting heavy materials. |
| Excavator | Pelleteuse | Machine for digging and moving earth. |
| Construction site | Chantier | Area where building is taking place. |
| Safety helmet | Casque de sécurité | Protective headgear for workers. |
| Safety harness | Harnais de sécurité | Equipment to prevent falls. |
| Scaffold plank | Planche d’échafaudage | Platform for workers on scaffolds. |
| Concrete mixer | Malaxeur à béton | Machine to mix cement, sand, and water. |
| Bricklayer | Maçon | Worker who lays bricks. |
| Carpenter | Charpentier | Worker who constructs wooden structures. |
| Architect | Architecte | Professional designing buildings. |
| Building code | Code du bâtiment | Legal regulations for construction. |
| Inspection | Inspection | Checking quality and compliance of construction. |
| Load | Charge | Weight a structure must support. |
| Truss | Fermeture | Framework supporting a roof or bridge. |
| Beam support | Support de poutre | Structural element holding a beam. |
| Reinforcement | Renforcement | Strengthening materials to support structures. |
| Pile | Pieu | Deep foundation support driven into the ground. |
| Concrete slab | Dalle en béton | Flat horizontal surface made of concrete. |
| Formwork | Coffrage | Mold used to shape concrete. |
| Brick joint | Joint de brique | Gap between bricks filled with mortar. |
| Wall frame | Ossature de mur | Skeleton of a wall structure. |
| Ceiling joist | Solive de plafond | Horizontal support for ceilings. |
| Foundation trench | Tranchée de fondation | Dug-out area for laying foundations. |
| Retaining wall | Mur de soutènement | Wall holding back soil or rock. |
| Waterproofing | Étanchéité | Process to prevent water penetration. |
| Interior finishing | Finition intérieure | Final work on walls, floors, and ceilings. |
| Exterior finishing | Finition extérieure | Final work on building exterior surfaces. |
| Excavation equipment | Matériel d’excavation | Machines used for digging earth. |
| Concrete pump | Pompe à béton | Equipment to transport concrete to location. |
| Structural load | Charge structurelle | Total weight a building must support. |
| Construction schedule | Planning de construction | Timeline for building project completion. |
| Project manager | Chef de projet | Person overseeing construction project. |
💊 Pharma Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Clinical trial | Essai clinique | A study to test a new drug on people. |
| Dosage | Dosage | The amount of medicine to take. |
| Prescription | Ordonnance | Doctor’s written instruction for medication. |
| Active ingredient | Principe actif | Chemical in a drug that has an effect. |
| Side effect | Effet secondaire | An unwanted reaction to a drug. |
| Vaccine | Vaccin | Medicine that prevents disease. |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie | A place where medicines are sold. |
| Research & Development | Recherche et développement | Creating and testing new medicines. |
| Quality control | Contrôle de qualité | Checking products meet standards. |
| Regulation | Réglementation | The laws that govern drug production. |
| Generic drug | Médicament générique | Drug equivalent to a brand-name version. |
| Brand name | Nom commercial | The marketed name of a drug. |
| Prescription drug | Médicament sur ordonnance | Medication requiring a doctor’s prescription. |
| Over-the-counter | Médicament en vente libre | Medication available without prescription. |
| Antibiotic | Antibiotique | Drug that kills or inhibits bacteria. |
| Analgesic | Analgésique | Medicine that reduces pain. |
| Anti-inflammatory | Anti-inflammatoire | Drug that reduces inflammation. |
| Tablet | Comprimé | Solid form of medication. |
| Capsule | Capsule | Medication in a gelatin shell. |
| Injection | Injection | Drug administered via a needle. |
| Intravenous | Intraveineuse | Medication delivered directly into a vein. |
| Oral administration | Administration orale | Taking medication by mouth. |
| Pharmacokinetics | Pharmacocinétique | Study of drug absorption and movement in the body. |
| Pharmacodynamics | Pharmacodynamique | Study of drug effects on the body. |
| Side effect profile | Profil des effets secondaires | Range of potential adverse effects. |
| Drug formulation | Formulation du médicament | Process of preparing medication for use. |
| Clinical research | Recherche clinique | Study involving human participants. |
| Placebo | Placebo | Inactive substance used in trials. |
| Double-blind study | Étude en double aveugle | Trial where neither patient nor researcher knows treatment. |
| Adverse reaction | Réaction indésirable | Harmful or unintended drug effect. |
| Dosage form | Forme posologique | Physical form of a drug (tablet, liquid). |
| Therapeutic effect | Effet thérapeutique | Desired beneficial effect of a drug. |
| Toxicology | Toxicologie | Study of harmful effects of substances. |
| Pharmacist | Pharmacien | Professional dispensing medication. |
| Biologic | Biologique | Drug made from living organisms. |
| Chemotherapy | Chimiothérapie | Drug treatment for cancer. |
| Clinical protocol | Protocole clinique | Plan for conducting clinical trials. |
| FDA approval | Approbation de la FDA | Authorization to market a drug. |
| GMP | BPF (Bonnes Pratiques de Fabrication) | Good Manufacturing Practice standards. |
| Shelf life | Durée de conservation | Period a drug remains effective. |
| Dosage regimen | Schéma posologique | Schedule for taking a drug. |
| Drug interaction | Interaction médicamenteuse | Effect of one drug on another. |
| Pharmacovigilance | Pharmacovigilance | Monitoring drug safety after approval. |
| Compounding | Préparation magistrale | Custom formulation of drugs for patients. |
| Formulary | Formulaire | List of approved drugs in a system. |
| Overdose | Surdosage | Taking too much medication. |
| Adherence | Observance | Patient following prescribed treatment. |
| Placebo-controlled | Contrôlé par placebo | Study comparing drug to inactive treatment. |
| Clinical endpoint | Critère clinique | Measurable outcome in a trial. |
| Biomarker | Biomarqueur | Biological indicator of drug effect. |
| Pharmacogenomics | Pharmacogénomique | Study of genetics on drug response. |
| Drug discovery | Découverte de médicament | Process of finding new medications. |
| Regulatory affairs | Affaires réglementaires | Ensuring compliance with laws and approvals. |
💎 Jewellery Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Ring | Bague | Circular piece of jewelry worn on the finger. |
| Necklace | Collier | Jewelry worn around the neck. |
| Bracelet | Bracelet | Ornament worn around the wrist. |
| Earrings | Boucles d’oreilles | Jewelry worn on the ears. |
| Pendant | Pendentif | Decorative piece hanging from a necklace. |
| Gemstone | Pierre précieuse | Valuable mineral used in jewelry. |
| Diamond | Diamant | Precious gemstone made of carbon. |
| Gold | Or | Precious yellow metal used in jewelry. |
| Silver | Argent | Precious white metal used in jewelry. |
| Platinum | Platine | Rare, durable, silver-white metal. |
| Pearl | Perle | Organic gem formed inside oysters. |
| Chain | Chaîne | Series of connected links in jewelry. |
| Clasp | Fermoir | Device to fasten necklaces or bracelets. |
| Setting | Sertissage | How a gemstone is held in jewelry. |
| Carat | Carat | Unit of weight for gemstones. |
| Karat | Carat | Measure of gold purity. |
| Brooch | Broche | Decorative pin worn on clothing. |
| Jewelry box | Coffret à bijoux | Container to store jewelry. |
| Anklet | Bracelet de cheville | Ornament worn around the ankle. |
| Bangle | Jonc | Rigid bracelet worn on the wrist. |
| Chain necklace | Collier chaîne | Necklace made of linked metal pieces. |
| Stud earrings | Clous d’oreilles | Small earrings with a single gemstone. |
| Gem cutter | Taille de pierres | Person who shapes gemstones. |
| Loupe | Loupe | Magnifying glass for inspecting jewelry. |
| Jewelry appraisal | Expertise de bijoux | Evaluating value of jewelry. |
| Gem setting | Sertissage de pierre | Scuring gemstone in jewelry piece. |
| Pendant necklace | Collier avec pendentif | Necklace with a hanging ornament. |
| Engagement ring | Bague de fiançailles | Ring symbolizing commitment to marry. |
| Wedding band | Alliance | Ring exchanged during marriage ceremony. |
| Chain bracelet | Bracelet chaîne | Bracelet made of linked metal pieces. |
| Charm | Breloque | Small decorative ornament attached to jewelry. |
| Gemstone quality | Qualité de la pierre | Assessment of color, cut, clarity, and carat. |
| Jewelry designer | Designer de bijoux | Person who creates jewelry designs. |
| Hallmark | Poinçon | Stamp certifying metal purity. |
| Jewelry repair | Réparation de bijoux | Fiing broken or damaged jewelry. |
| Birthstone | Pierre de naissance | Gemstone associated with a birth month. |
| Gem cutting | Taille de gemme | Shaping and polishing a gemstone. |
| Necklace length | Longueur du collier | Measurement of a necklace. |
| Ring size | Taille de bague | Measurement of finger circumference for rings. |
| Clarity | Clarté | Measure of imperfections in a gemstone. |
| Color grade | Couleur | Assessment of gemstone color quality. |
| Carving | Gravure | Decorative engraving on jewelry or gems. |
| Jewelry wholesale | Vente en gros | Selling jewelry in bulk. |
| Retail jewelry | Vente au détail | Selling jewelry directly to customers. |
| Alloy | Alliage | Mixture of metals used in jewelry. |
| Gem certification | Certification de gemme | Document verifying authenticity and quality. |
| Jewelry collection | Collection de bijoux | Group of jewelry pieces owned or displayed. |
| Jewelry exhibition | Exposition de bijoux | Event showcasing jewelry designs. |
| Jewelry market | Marché de bijoux | Industry and sales of jewelry products. |
| Jewelry trends | Tendances de bijoux | Popular styles and designs in jewelry. |
| Jewelry appraisal certificate | Certificat d’expertise | Official document evaluating jewelry value. |
🛍️ Retail Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Store | Magasin | Physical location where goods are sold. |
| Shelf | Étagère | Platform for displaying products. |
| Inventory | Inventaire | List of products available in stock. |
| Stock | Stock | Goods available for sale. |
| Checkout | Caisse | Place where customers pay for items. |
| Cash register | Caisse enregistreuse | Machine for handling payments. |
| Point of sale | Point de vente | Location or system for completing sales. |
| Customer | Client | Person purchasing goods or services. |
| Shopper | Acheteur | Person visiting a store to buy products. |
| Sales | Ventes | Transactions of goods for money. |
| Discount | Remise | Reduction in the selling price. |
| Promotion | Promotion | Marketing activity to boost sales. |
| Loyalty program | Programme de fidélité | Rewards program for repeat customers. |
| Cart | Chariot | Device for carrying selected items. |
| Basket | Panier | Container for items to purchase. |
| Receipt | Reçu | Proof of purchase. |
| Refund | Remboursement | Return of money for returned goods. |
| Exchange | Échange | Replacing a purchased item with another. |
| Product display | Présentation des produits | Arrangement of goods for customers. |
| Merchandising | Marchandisage | Planning and presenting products to increase sales. |
| Barcode | Code-barres | Machine-readable label for product identification. |
| SKU | UGS (Unité de gestion des stocks) | Stock keeping unit for inventory tracking. |
| Wholesale | Vente en gros | Selling goods in large quantities. |
| Retailer | Détaillant | Business selling products to customers. |
| Supplier | Fournisseur | Company providing goods to sell. |
| Inventory management | Gestion des stocks | Controlling stock levels and orders. |
| Stocktaking | Inventaire physique | Counting and verifying stock. |
| E-commerce | Commerce en ligne | Buying and selling goods online. |
| Online store | Boutique en ligne | Website selling products. |
| Delivery | Livraison | Transporting goods to customers. |
| Shipping | Expédition | Sending goods to a location. |
| Return policy | Politique de retour | Rules for returning products. |
| Product launch | Lancement de produit | Introduction of a new item to market. |
| Sales target | Objectif de vente | Goal for revenue or quantity sold. |
| Retail chain | Chaîne de magasins | Multiple stores under one company. |
| Inventory turnover | Rotation des stocks | Rate at which products are sold and replaced. |
| Supplier contract | Contrat fournisseur | Agreement for supply of goods. |
| Customer service | Service client | Assistance provided to buyers. |
| Store layout | Agencement du magasin | Arrangement of store space and products. |
| Window display | Vitrine | Arrangement of products in a store window. |
| Checkout counter | Comptoir de caisse | Place where customers pay. |
| Point-of-purchase | Point de vente | Area where customers make purchase decisions. |
| Market research | Étude de marché | Analysis of customer needs and trends. |
| Pricing strategy | Stratégie de prix | Plan for setting product prices. |
| Seasonal sale | Vente saisonnière | Discounted sale during a specific period. |
| Stock replenishment | Réapprovisionnement | Restocking products when inventory is low. |
| Retail analytics | Analyse du commerce de détail | Study of sales data for decision-making. |
| Product catalog | Catalogue de produits | Lis of goods offered for sale. |
| Brand | Marque | Name identifying a product or company. |
| Packaging | Emballage | Materials used to wrap or protect products. |
| Visual merchandising | Marchandisage visuel | Presentation of products to attract customers. |
| Checkout process | Processus de paiement | Steps for completing a purchase. |
| Retail technology | Technologie de détail | Systems used to manage store operations. |
💻 IT Sector
| English | French | Meaning |
| Software | Logiciel | Programs used by computers. |
| Hardware | Matériel | Physical components of a computer system. |
| Network | Réseau | Connection of computers and devices. |
| Server | Serveur | Computer providing resources or services to other computers. |
| Cloud computing | Informatique en nuage | Using remote servers to store and manage data. |
| Database | Base de données | Organized collection of information. |
| Algorithm | Algorithme | Step-by-step procedure for solving a problem. |
| Programming | Programmation | Writing instructions for computers. |
| Code | Code | Set of instructions for software. |
| Debugging | Débogage | Finding and fixing errors in code. |
| Cybersecurity | Cybersécurité | Protection of computer systems from attacks. |
| Firewall | Pare-feu | Security system controlling network traffic. |
| Encryption | Chiffrement | Process of converting data into a secure format. |
| Decryption | Déchiffrement | Converting encrypted data back to readable form. |
| IP address | Adresse IP | Unique identifier for a device on a network. |
| Domain | Domaine | Name representing a website address. |
| Hosting | Hébergement | Providing server space for websites or applications. |
| Web development | Développement web | Building and maintaining websites. |
| Application | Application | Software designed for end users. |
| Operating system | Système d’exploitation | Software managing computer hardware and software. |
| Cloud storage | Stockage en nuage | Storing data on remote servers. |
| Virtual machine | Machine virtuelle | Software-based computer emulation. |
| API | API (Interface de programmation) | Set of rules for software interaction. |
| Front-end | Front-end | Part of software users interact with directly. |
| Back-end | Back-end | Server-side part of software handling data and logic. |
| Full-stack | Full-stack | Developer working on both front-end and back-end. |
| Version control | Gestion de version | Tracking changes in software code. |
| Git | Git | Tool for version control of code. |
| Repository | Dépôt | Storage location for software code. |
| Continuous integration | Intégration continue | Automating code testing and deployment. |
| Deployment | Déploiement | Releasing software for use. |
| Patch | Correctif | Update fixing software issues. |
| Bug | Bug | Error or flaw in software. |
| User interface | Interface utilisateur | Means through which users interact with software. |
| User experience | Expérience utilisateur | Overall experience of users interacting with software. |
| Mobile app | Application mobile | Software designed for smartphones or tablets. |
| SaaS | SaaS (Logiciel en tant que service) | Software delivered over the internet. |
| PaaS | PaaS (Plateforme en tant que service) | Platform for developing and deploying applications. |
| IaaS | IaaS (Infrastructure en tant que service) | Cloud-based computing infrastructure. |
| Big data | Big data | Extremely large data sets analyzed for insights. |
| Analytics | Analytique | Process of examining data to draw conclusions. |
| Machine learning | Apprentissage automatique | Algorithms enabling computers to learn from data. |
| Artificial intelligence | Intelligence artificielle | Machines simulating human intelligence. |
| Data center | Centre de données | Facility housing servers and storage systems. |
| Network security | Sécurité réseau | Protecting networks from unauthorized access. |
| VPN | VPN (Réseau privé virtuel) | Secure connection over the internet. |
| Firewall rules | Règles de pare-feu | Instructions controlling network traffic. |
| Backup | Sauvegarde | Copying data to prevent loss. |
| Recovery | Récupération | Restoring lost or damaged data. |
| Latency | Latence | Delay in data transmission. |
| Bandwidth | Bande passante | Maximum rate of data transfer. |
| Cloud migration | Migration vers le cloud | Moving data or applications to cloud. |
| IT support | Support informatique | Assistance for computer and software issues. |
🏛️ Museum and Historic Sector
| English | French | Meaning |
| Artifact | Artéfact | Object made by humans of historical interest. |
| Exhibit | Exposition | Display of items in a museum. |
| Curator | Conservateur | Person managing and organizing collections. |
| Gallery | Galerie | Room displaying artworks or artifacts. |
| Collection | Collection | Group of objects or artworks held by a museum. |
| Archive | Archives | Place storing historical documents. |
| Restoration | Restauration | Process of repairing and preserving artifacts. |
| Conservation | Conservation | Protecting artifacts from decay or damage. |
| Display case | Vitrine | Glass case to protect and show objects. |
| Label | Étiquette | Information about an exhibit. |
| Historical site | Site historique | Location of cultural or historical importance. |
| Tour guide | Guide touristique | Person explaining exhibits to visitors. |
| Admission | Entrée | Fee for visiting a museum. |
| Museum map | Plan du musée | Layout showing museum rooms and exhibits. |
| Audio guide | Guide audio | Device providing recorded information about exhibits. |
| Artifact provenance | Provenance d’un artefact | History of an artifact’s ownership. |
| Cultural heritage | Patrimoine culturel | Legacy of physical artifacts and traditions. |
| Exhibit hall | Salle d’exposition | Large room for displaying artifacts. |
| Sculpture | Sculpture | Three-dimensional artistic work. |
| Painting | Peinture | Artwork created with paint. |
| Installation | Installation | Art arranged for a specific space. |
| Ticket counter | Billetterie | Place to buy museum tickets. |
| Museum shop | Boutique du musée | Store selling souvenirs and items. |
| Education program | Programme éducatif | Learning activities for visitors. |
| Guided tour | Visite guidée | Tour led by a knowledgeable guide. |
| Special exhibition | Exposition temporaire | Temporary showcase of artifacts or art. |
| Permanent collection | Collection permanente | Artifacts held indefinitely by a museum. |
| Museum archive | Archives du musée | Documents or objects stored for research. |
| Catalog | Catalogue | List and description of exhibits. |
| Display panel | Panneau d’exposition | Sign providing information about artifacts. |
| Museum visitor | Visiteur | Person attending the museum. |
| Museum director | Directeur du musée | Person in charge of museum operations. |
| Artifact handling | Manipulation d’artefact | Proper care when touching objects. |
| Conservation lab | Laboratoire de conservation | Facility for restoring and preserving artifacts. |
| Exhibit design | Conception d’exposition | Planning the layout of displays. |
| Artifact loan | Prêt d’artefact | Temporary transfer of objects to another institution. |
| Curatorial staff | Personnel de conservation | Team managing the collection. |
| Museum archive room | Salle des archives | Room storing historical documents. |
| Historical context | Contexte historique | Background information about an artifact. |
| Label text | Texte d’étiquette | Written description on an exhibit. |
| Multimedia display | Affichage multimédia | Audio-visual presentation in exhibits. |
| Museum event | Événement du musée | Activity hosted by a museum. |
| Preservation | Préservation | Protecting items from deterioration. |
| Exhibit rotation | Rotation d’exposition | Changing artifacts on display periodically. |
| Museum opening hours | Hees d’ouverture | Time the museum is accessible to visitors. |
| Security system | Système de sécurité | Measures to protect exhibits. |
| Exhibit catalog | Catalogue d’exposition | Publication listing displayed objects. |
| Historic landmark | Monument historique | Recognized site of historical importance. |
| Visitor center | Centre d’accueil | Place providing information and services to visitors. |
| Museum membership | Adhésion au musée | Subscription offering benefits to visitors. |
| Interactive exhibit | Exposition interactive | Display allowing visitor participation. |
| Artifact condition | État de l’artefact | Physical state of an object. |
| Exhibition curator | Conservateur d’exposition | Person organizing and managing a specific exhibit. |
🌍 Tourism Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Tourist | Touriste | Person traveling for leisure or business. |
| Travel agency | Agence de voyage | Business organizing trips for clients. |
| Itinerary | Itinéraire | Detailed plan of a trip. |
| Accommodation | Hébergement | Place where tourists stay. |
| Hotel | Hôtel | Facility offering lodging and services. |
| Hostel | Auberge | Budget accommodation with shared rooms. |
| Resort | Complexe touristique | Destination offering lodging and recreational activities. |
| Booking | Réservation | Arrangement to reserve a service. |
| Reservation | Réservation | Securing a place in advance. |
| Flight | Vol | Air travel between destinations. |
| Airline | Compagnie aérienne | Company providing air transport. |
| Passport | Passeport | Official document allowing international travel. |
| Visa | Visa | Authorization to enter a country. |
| Tourist attraction | Attraction touristique | Place of interest for visitors. |
| Sightseeing | Tourisme | Visiting places of interest. |
| Guidebook | Guide touristique | Book with information for travelers. |
| Tour guide | Guide touristique | Person leading tourists and providing information. |
| Travel insurance | Assurance voyage | Protection against risks during trips. |
| Transportation | Transport | Means of moving travelers. |
| Cruise | Croisière | Travel on a ship for leisure. |
| Travel agent | Agent de voyage | Person arranging trips for clients. |
| Excursion | Excursion | Short trip for leisure or learning. |
| Backpacking | Randonnée avec sac à dos | Traveling with minimal luggage on a budget. |
| Souvenir | Souvenir | Item bought as a reminder of a trip. |
| Cultural tourism | Tourisme culturel | Visiting places to experience culture. |
| Adventure tourism | Tourisme d’aventure | Travel involving physical activity or risk. |
| Eco-tourism | Éco-tourisme | Responsible travel to natural areas. |
| Heritage site | Site du patrimoine | Location of historical or cultural importance. |
| Guided tour | Visite guidée | Tour led by an expert guide. |
| Tourist information | Office du tourisme | Place providing information for travelers. |
| Travel agency booking | Réservation via agence | Trip organized by a travel agent. |
| Travel package | Forfait touristique | Pre-arranged combination of services for a trip. |
| Accommodation booking | Réservation d’hébergement | Reserving a hotel, hostel, or resort. |
| Check-in | Enregistrement | Process of registering at hotel or flight. |
| Check-out | Départ | Process of leaving accommodation. |
| Local cuisine | Cuisine locale | Traditional food of a region. |
| Festival | Festival | Event celebrating culture, art, or tradition. |
| Tourist map | Carte touristique | Map highlighting attractions and locations. |
| Guided excursion | Excursion guidée | Organized trip with a guide. |
| Travel itinerary | Itinéraire de voyage | Schedule of planned trip activities. |
| Travel voucher | Bon de voyage | Document redeemable for services. |
| Backpack | Sac à dos | Bag used for carrying personal items. |
| Tourist visa | Visa touristique | Permission for temporary visit. |
| Travel document | Document de voyage | Paperwork required for travel. |
| Local attraction | Attraction locale | Popular site for visitors. |
| Sightseeing tour | Circuit touristique | Organized visit to places of interest. |
| Adventure trip | Voyage d’aventure | Trip involving challenging or exciting activities. |
| Travel expenses | Frais de voyage | Costs incurred during travel. |
| Tourism industry | Industrie du tourisme | Sector related to travel and leisure services. |
| Eco-lodge | Écolodge | Environmentally friendly accommodation. |
| Heritage tour | Circuit patrimonial | Tour of historic or cultural sites. |
| Tourist services | Services touristiques | Services provided to travelers. |
🌱 Sustainable Energy
| English | French | Meaning |
| Renewable energy | Énergie renouvelable | Energy from sources that replenish naturally. |
| Solar power | Énergie solaire | Energy from sunlight converted into electricity. |
| Photovoltaic | Photovoltaïque | Technology converting sunlight into electricity. |
| Wind energy | Énergie éolienne | Energy generated from wind turbines. |
| Wind turbine | Éolienne | Device converting wind into electricity. |
| Hydropower | Énergie hydraulique | Electricity generated from flowing water. |
| Biomass | Biomasse | Organic material used to produce energy. |
| Geothermal energy | Énergie géothermique | Energy from the Earth’s heat. |
| Energy storage | Stockage d’énergie | Systems to store electricity for later use. |
| Battery | Batterie | Device storing electrical energy. |
| Smart grid | Réseau intelligent | Electricity network with communication for efficiency. |
| Energy efficiency | Efficacité énergétique | Using less energy for the same output. |
| Green energy | Énergie verte | Environmentally friendly energy source. |
| Renewable resources | Ressources renouvelables | Natural sources replenished naturally. |
| Carbon footprint | Empreinte carbone | Measure of CO₂ emissions produced. |
| Emissions | Émissions | Release of greenhouse gases. |
| Solar panel | Panneau solaire | Device capturing sunlight for electricity. |
| Wind farm | Parc éolien | Area with multiple wind turbines. |
| Tidal energy | Énergie marémotrice | Energy generated from ocean tides. |
| Wave energy | Énergie des vagues | Energy produced from ocean waves. |
| Hydroelectric dam | Barrage hydroélectrique | Structure generating electricity from water flow. |
| Biofuel | Biocarburant | Fuel made from organic material. |
| Sustainable development | Développement durable | Meeting present needs without harming future generations. |
| Renewable portfolio | Portefeuille renouvelable | Range of renewable energy sources used. |
| Electric vehicle | Véhicule électrique | Vehicle powered by electricity. |
| Grid integration | Intégration au réseau | Connecting renewable sources to power grid. |
| Off-grid | Hors réseau | Energy system independent from main grid. |
| Net-zero | Zéro émission nette | Achieving balance between emissions and absorption. |
| Climate change | Changement climatique | Long-term alteration of weather patterns. |
| Carbon neutral | Neutre en carbone | No net release of carbon emissions. |
| Renewable investment | Investissement renouvelable | Funding in sustainable energy projects. |
| Energy audit | Audit énergétique | Assessment of energy use for efficiency. |
| Geothermal plant | Centrale géothermique | Facility generating energy from Earth’s heat. |
| Solar farm | Ferme solaire | Large area with multiple solar panels. |
| Sustainable technology | Technologie durable | Innovations supporting environmental sustainability. |
| Clean energy | Énergie propre | Energy with minimal environmental impact. |
| Energy policy | Politique énergétique | Government rules guiding energy use. |
| Wind power plant | Centrale éolienne | Facility generating electricity from wind. |
| Carbon emissions | Émissions de carbone | Relase of carbon dioxide into atmosphere. |
| Renewable integration | Intégration des renouvelables | Adding renewable energy to existing systems. |
| Sustainable grid | Réseau durable | Energy network designed for sustainability. |
| Energy transition | Transition énergétique | Shift from fossil fuels to renewables. |
| Power generation | Production d’énergie | Process of producing electricity. |
| Solar inverter | Onduleur solaire | Converts solar panel DC to AC electricity. |
| Renewable certificate | Certificat renouvelable | Document verifying use of green energy. |
| Green building | Bâtiment écologique | Energy-efficient and environmentally friendly construction. |
| Photovoltaic cell | Cellule photovoltaïque | Unit converting sunlight to electricity. |
| Offshore wind | Éolien en mer | Wind energy generated at sea. |
| Renewable energy source | Source d’énergie renouvelable | Origin of clean and sustainable energy. |
| Energy management | Gestion de l’énergie | Monitoring and optimizing energy use. |
| Climate mitigation | Atténuation climatique | Actions reducing greenhouse gas emissions. |
| Energy independence | Idépendance énergétique | Self-sufficiency in energy production. |
📈 Sales Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Sales | Ventes | Activity of selling goods or services. |
| Lead | Prospect | Potential customer interested in a product. |
| Prospect | Prospect | Person or company that may buy products. |
| Customer | Client | Person purchasing goods or services. |
| Client | Client | Another term for customer. |
| Sales pitch | Argumentaire de vente | Presentation designed to persuade a buyer. |
| Negotiation | Négociation | Discussion to reach an agreement on price or terms. |
| Closing | Conclusion | Final step in a sale where agreement is made. |
| Revenue | Revenu | Income generated from sales. |
| Profit | Profit | Earnings after expenses. |
| Sales target | Objectif de vente | Goal for sales within a period. |
| Quota | Quota | Assigned sales goal for a salesperson. |
| Commission | Commission | Payment based on sales performance. |
| Upselling | Vente additionnelle | Encouraging customer to buy higher-value products. |
| Cross-selling | Vente croisée | Selling related products to the same customer. |
| Pipeline | Pipeline | Sequence of potential sales opportunities. |
| CRM | CRM (Gestion de la relation client) | Customer Relationship Management system. |
| Customer retention | Fidélisation des clients | Efforts to keep customers returning. |
| Lead generation | Génération de prospects | Proces of attracting potential buyers. |
| Market research | Étude de marché | Analyzing market trends and customer needs. |
| Territory | Territoire | Area assigned to a salesperson. |
| Prospecting | Prospection | Actively searching for potential clients. |
| Follow-up | Relance | Contacting a lead or client after initial interaction. |
| Cold call | Appel à froid | Unsolicited call to a potential customer. |
| Warm lead | Prospect chaud | Lead showing interest in a product. |
| Sales strategy | Stratégie commerciale | Pln for achieving sales goals. |
| Sales process | Processus de vente | Steps taken to convert a lead into a sale. |
| Account | Compte | Customer or client managed by a salesperson. |
| Contract | Contrat | Agreement between buyer and seller. |
| Proposal | Proposition | Document outlining product or service offer. |
| Demo | Démonstration | Presentation showing product features. |
| Objection handling | Gestion des objections | Addressing customer concerns to close a sale. |
| Closing techniques | Techniques de conclusion | Methods used to finalize a sale. |
| Sales report | Rapport de vente | Record of sales activities and results. |
| Performance metrics | Indicateurs de performance | Measurements to evaluate sales effectiveness. |
| KPI | KPI (Indicateur clé de performance) | Key metric to track success. |
| Customer satisfaction | Satisfaction client | Measure of client happiness with product or service. |
| Retargeting | Reciblage | Marketing to previously interested prospects. |
| Referral | Parrainage | Customer recommendation bringing new business. |
| Sales call | Appel de vente | Telephone or in-person conversation to sell. |
| Lead scoring | Scoring des prospects | Raing leads by likelihood to buy. |
| Conversion rate | Taux de conversion | Percentage of leads that become customers. |
| Discount | Remise | Price reduction to encourage purchase. |
| Offer | Offre | Proposal of product or service for sale. |
| Marketing campaign | Campagne marketing | Coordinated promotion to generate sales. |
| Sales funnel | Entonnoir de vente | Stages from lead to customer. |
| Customer engagement | Engagement client | Interaction and relationship with a client. |
| Negotiation skills | Compétences en négociation | Ability to reach favorable agreements. |
| Closing rate | Taux de conclusion | Proportion of deals successfully closed. |
| Territory management | Gestion de territoire | Organizing sales efforts by region or sector. |
| Account management | Gestion de compte | Maintaining relationships with clients. |
| Repeat business | Affaires répétées | Sales from returning customers. |
🏨 Hospitality Industry
| English | French | Meaning |
| Hotel | Hôtel | Accommodation providing lodging services. |
| Room | Chambre | Space rented to guests. |
| Suite | Suite | Larger room with multiple areas. |
| Lobby | Hall | Main entrance area of a hotel. |
| Reception | Réception | Desk handling guest check-in/out. |
| Concierge | Concierge | Staff assisting guests with services. |
| Reservation | Réservation | Booking a room in advance. |
| Check-in | Enregistrement | Process of registering upon arrival. |
| Check-out | Départ | Process of leaving the hotel. |
| Guest | Client | Person staying in the hotel. |
| Housekeeping | Entretien ménager | Cleaning and maintaining rooms. |
| Front desk | Réception | Hotel area managing guest services. |
| Amenities | Services | Facilities provided for guest comfort. |
| Breakfast | Petit-déjeuner | Morning meal offered by hotel. |
| Buffet | Buffet | Self-service meal arrangement. |
| Restaurant | Restaurant | Dining facility within the hotel. |
| Room service | Service en chambre | Food and beverage delivered to rooms. |
| Reservation system | Système de réservation | Software for managing bookings. |
| Occupancy rate | Taux d’occupation | Percentage of rooms occupied. |
| Bed | Lit | Furniture for sleeping. |
| Key card | Carte-clé | Electronic card granting room access. |
| Front office | Bureau de réception | Section handling guest check-in/out. |
| Bellboy | Bagagiste | Staff assisting with luggage. |
| Valet | Voiturier | Staff parking guests’ vehicles. |
| Parking | Parking | Space for vehicles. |
| Conference room | Salle de conférence | Room for meetings or events. |
| Event management | Gestion d’événements | Planning and organizing hotel events. |
| Reservation confirmation | Confirmation de réservation | Proof of booking. |
| Cancellation | Annulation | Ending a reservation before arrival. |
| No-show | Non-présentation | Guest not arriving for a booking. |
| Mini-bar | Mini-bar | Small fridge in room with drinks/snacks. |
| Laundry service | Service de blanchisserie | Cleaning clothes for guests. |
| Spa | Spa | Facility offering relaxation and treatments. |
| Gym | Salle de sport | Exercise facility for guests. |
| Swimming pool | Piscine | Water facility for recreation. |
| Concierge desk | Bureau du concierge | Place for guest service inquiries. |
| Tourism desk | Bureau d’information touristique | Providing travel and sightseeing information. |
| Guest review | Avis client | Feedback from hotel guests. |
| Loyalty program | Programme de fidélité | Rewards program for returning guests. |
| Front office manager | Responsable de la réception | Staff overseeing front desk operations. |
| Reservation agent | Agent de réservation | Staff handling bookings. |
| Housekeeping manager | Responsable de l’entretien | Staff supervising cleaning operations. |
| Hospitality management | Gestion hôtelière | Overseeing hotel operations. |
| Check-in procedure | Procédure d’enregistrement | Steps to register guests. |
| Check-out procedure | Pocédure de départ | Steps to complete guest departure. |
| Booking platform | Plateforme de réservation | Website or software for room reservations. |
| Room allocation | Attribution des chambres | Assigning rooms to guests. |
| Guest satisfaction | Satisfaction des clients | Meaure of how pleased guests are. |
| Front desk staff | Personnel de réception | Employees managing check-in/out. |
| Room inspection | Inspection des chambres | Checking rooms for quality and cleanliness. |
Hospitality training
| Formation en hôtellerie | Staff education on hotel services. |
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