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Architecture et Construction - Système de Plomberie

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés au système de plomberie tels que "égout", "drain" et "tuyauterie".

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a vertical pipe attached to a building which carries away rainwater from the roof to the ground

descente de gouttière

descente de gouttière

Ex: The builder installed a downspout at each corner of the house to ensure proper water flow .Le constructeur a installé un **descente d'eau** à chaque coin de la maison pour assurer un bon écoulement de l'eau.
sewer
[nom]

a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.

égout

égout

Ex: The sewer inspector checked for cracks and leaks in the aging infrastructure to prevent contamination .L'inspecteur des **égouts** a vérifié les fissures et les fuites dans les infrastructures vieillissantes pour éviter la contamination.

the pipes of a building or machine that carry water, gas, or oil

tuyauterie

tuyauterie

the obstruction or partial restriction of a passage, such as a pipe, duct, or pathway, preventing the smooth flow of air, fluid, or other substances

obstruction, blocage

obstruction, blocage

cesspit
[nom]

an underground tank used for the temporary storage of sewage or wastewater

fosse septique, bac à vidange

fosse septique, bac à vidange

Ex: The construction team had to dig a new cesspit after the old one became too small for the growing property .L'équipe de construction a dû creuser un nouveau **puits perdu** après que l'ancien soit devenu trop petit pour la propriété en expansion.
cutoff
[nom]

a valve, gate, or device that is used to stop or control the flow of fluid or gas within a pipe or conduit

vanne d'arrêt, dispositif de coupure

vanne d'arrêt, dispositif de coupure

drain
[nom]

a pipe in the bottom of a sink, bath, etc. through which dirty water flows out

canalisation, tuyau d'évacuation

canalisation, tuyau d'évacuation

Ex: The bathroom drain emitted a foul odor, indicating a buildup of organic matter in the pipes.Le **trou d'évacuation** de la salle de bain émettait une odeur nauséabonde, indiquant une accumulation de matière organique dans les tuyaux.

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

drainage

drainage

Ex: The contractor ensured that the drainage around the building was designed to avoid any water damage .L'entrepreneur a veillé à ce que le **drainage** autour du bâtiment soit conçu pour éviter tout dégât d'eau.

a pipe installed in a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater or excess water away from the structure

tuyau d’écoulement

tuyau d’écoulement

duct
[nom]

a hollow conduit or passage that is used for the distribution, circulation, or ventilation of air, gases, or other substances within a building or system

conduit, tuyau

conduit, tuyau

ducting
[nom]

the system of pipes, channels, or conduits used to convey or distribute air, gases, or other substances within a building, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, or industrial setup

conduits, réseau de gaines

conduits, réseau de gaines

Ex: The company is considering replacing the outdated ducting with a more energy-efficient option .L'entreprise envisage de remplacer le **réseau de conduits** obsolète par une option plus économe en énergie.
fatberg
[nom]

a large congealed mass or blockage in a sewer system that is primarily composed of fats, oils, grease, and non-biodegradable items that have been flushed down drains or toilets

fatberg, bloc de graisse

fatberg, bloc de graisse

Ex: It took several days and specialized equipment to remove the fatberg from the pipes .Il a fallu plusieurs jours et un équipement spécialisé pour retirer le **fatberg** des tuyaux.
faucet
[nom]

an object that controls the flow of liquid or gas from a container or pipe

robinet

robinet

Ex: The outdoor faucet was used to connect the garden hose .Le **robinet** extérieur a été utilisé pour connecter le tuyau d'arrosage.
gutter
[nom]

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

gouttière

gouttière

Ex: She heard the sound of rainwater rushing through the gutter during the storm .Elle a entendu le bruit de l'eau de pluie qui se précipitait à travers la **gouttière** pendant la tempête.
main
[nom]

a large pipe through which water or gas is carried to a building

canalisation principale, conduite principale

canalisation principale, conduite principale

Ex: They traced the issue back to a fault in the electrical main.Ils ont retracé le problème jusqu'à une panne dans le **réseau électrique**.
outfall
[nom]

a point or location where water or another substance is discharged or flows out from a system, such as a drainage system, sewer, or wastewater treatment plant, into a body of water or the environment

déversoir, exutoire

déversoir, exutoire

Ex: The environmental group is monitoring the outfall for signs of pollution .Le groupe environnemental surveille le **point de rejet** pour détecter des signes de pollution.

a network of pipes, channels, and structures designed to collect and channel excess water, wastewater, or other liquids away from an area or a property

système de drainage, réseau d'évacuation des eaux

système de drainage, réseau d'évacuation des eaux

Ex: After the storm , the drainage system worked well , keeping the area dry .Après la tempête, le **système de drainage** a bien fonctionné, gardant la zone sèche.
leakage
[nom]

the unintended or accidental escape or loss of a substance, typically a liquid or gas, from a container, system, or structure

fuite, écoulement

fuite, écoulement

Ex: They are investigating the leakage in the factory ’s cooling system .Ils enquêtent sur la **fuite** dans le système de refroidissement de l'usine.
pipe
[nom]

a cylindrical hollow tube or conduit typically made of metal, plastic, or other materials, used for the transportation of fluids, gases, or other substances from one place to another

tuyau, conduit

tuyau, conduit

Ex: The oil flowed through the underground pipe to the refinery .Le pétrole a circulé à travers le **tuyau** souterrain jusqu'à la raffinerie.

a system of interconnected pipes used for the transport of liquids, gases, or other substances over long distances

pipeline, oléoduc/gazoduc

pipeline, oléoduc/gazoduc

water that is brought into a house, building, etc. through pipes

eau courante, eau potable

eau courante, eau potable

Ex: The installation of running water in rural areas has significantly improved health and quality of life for residents .L'installation d'**eau courante** dans les zones rurales a considérablement amélioré la santé et la qualité de vie des résidents.

an underground container that treats household wastewater by allowing solids to settle and separate from the liquid before further treatment or absorption into the soil

fosse septique, bac à fosse septique

fosse septique, bac à fosse septique

Ex: The family decided to upgrade their septic tank to a larger one to accommodate their growing household .La famille a décidé de moderniser leur **fosse septique** pour une plus grande afin d'accueillir leur foyer en croissance.
sewage
[nom]

the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated

eaux usées,  égouts

eaux usées, égouts

Ex: Improper handling of sewage can lead to the spread of diseases .Une mauvaise gestion des **eaux usées** peut entraîner la propagation de maladies.
sluice
[nom]

a channel or gate that is used to control or redirect the flow of water. It typically consists of a barrier that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of water

écluse, vanne

écluse, vanne

spigot
[nom]

a valve or tap that is used to control the release of water from a pipe or container

robinet, vanne

robinet, vanne

a vertical pipe or fixture connected to a water supply system, typically equipped with valves or outlets, used for firefighting purposes or as a source of water in buildings

colonne sèche, colonne de secours

colonne sèche, colonne de secours

Ex: The standpipe on the street corner was used to wash cars and clean the sidewalk .La **colonne d'eau** au coin de la rue était utilisée pour laver les voitures et nettoyer le trottoir.

a valve or faucet used to control or shut off the flow of water or other fluids in a plumbing system, typically located at a point where pipes connect or branch

robinet d'arrêt, vanne d'arrêt

robinet d'arrêt, vanne d'arrêt

Ex: Before beginning any plumbing work , make sure to turn off the stopcock to avoid flooding .Avant de commencer tout travail de plomberie, assurez-vous de fermer le **robinet d'arrêt** pour éviter les inondations.
valve
[nom]

a mechanical device that controls or regulates the flow of fluids, such as liquids, gases, or slurries, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways within a pipe or system

valve, soupape

valve, soupape

Ex: We need to close the valve to prevent flooding in the basement .Nous devons fermer la **vanne** pour éviter les inondations dans le sous-sol.
sump
[nom]

a pit or reservoir typically found in the basement or lower level of a building that collects excess water or liquid, such as groundwater, rainwater, or wastewater

puits de drainage, bac de rétention

puits de drainage, bac de rétention

a pipe within a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater from plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, or showers, to the main drainage system or septic tank for proper disposal or treatment

tuyau d'évacuation, conduite d'eaux usées

tuyau d'évacuation, conduite d'eaux usées

Ex: Water from the shower drains into a waste pipe that leads outside .L'eau de la douche s'écoule dans un **tuyau d'évacuation** qui mène à l'extérieur.

a large underground pipe that delivers potable water from a water treatment plant or other water source to individual buildings or communities

conduite principale d'eau, canalisation principale d'eau

conduite principale d'eau, canalisation principale d'eau

Ex: The workers are digging up the street to repair the damaged water main.Les travailleurs creusent la rue pour réparer la **conduite d'eau** endommagée.

the infrastructure and facilities responsible for supplying clean water and managing wastewater

usines d'eau, réseaux d'eau

usines d'eau, réseaux d'eau

the system of pipes for the distribution of water in a building

tuyauterie

tuyauterie

Ex: The architect designed the building with modern plumbing systems to maximize water efficiency.L'architecte a conçu le bâtiment avec des systèmes de **plomberie** modernes pour maximiser l'efficacité de l'eau.

a device or appliance connected to a plumbing system that is used for a specific function related to water supply or drainage

appareil de plomberie, équipement sanitaire

appareil de plomberie, équipement sanitaire

Ex: When building a house , it is important to select plumbing fixtures that suit both style and function .Lors de la construction d'une maison, il est important de sélectionner des **équipements de plomberie** qui conviennent à la fois au style et à la fonction.

a component used in plumbing and construction to join, redirect, or control the flow of fluids or gases in a piping system

raccord de tuyau, pièce de raccordement

raccord de tuyau, pièce de raccordement

Ex: The contractor used several pipe fittings to complete the plumbing for the new house .L'entrepreneur a utilisé plusieurs **raccords de tuyauterie** pour terminer la plomberie de la nouvelle maison.
urinal
[nom]

a plumbing fixture specifically designed for the purpose of urination. It is typically found in public restrooms and is designed to be used by males

urinoir, pissoir

urinoir, pissoir

Ex: The stadium installed new urinals to accommodate the large crowd during events .Le stade a installé de nouveaux **urinoirs** pour accueillir la grande foule pendant les événements.
sink
[nom]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

évier, lavabo

évier, lavabo

Ex: The utility sink in the laundry room was perfect for soaking stained clothing .L'**évier** utilitaire dans la buanderie était parfait pour faire tremper les vêtements tachés.

a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered

évier de buanderie, lavabo de buanderie

évier de buanderie, lavabo de buanderie

Ex: The laundry sink is perfect for soaking stained clothes overnight .L'**évier à linge** est parfait pour faire tremper les vêtements tachés toute la nuit.
toilet
[nom]

the seat we use for getting rid of bodily waste

toilettes

toilettes

Ex: The children learned the importance of proper toilet etiquette during their potty training phase .Les enfants ont appris l'importance d'une bonne étiquette des **toilettes** pendant leur phase d'apprentissage de la propreté.
shower
[nom]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

douche

douche

Ex: She turned on the shower and waited for the water to heat up .Elle a allumé la **douche** et a attendu que l'eau chauffe.

a type of pipe fitting that has external threads on the outer surface, designed to be inserted into a corresponding female pipe fitting with internal threads to create a secure and sealed connection for the flow of fluids or gases

tuyau mâle, raccord mâle

tuyau mâle, raccord mâle

Ex: When installing the new showerhead, make sure the male pipe is aligned correctly with the female connector.Lors de l'installation du nouveau pommeau de douche, assurez-vous que le **tuyau mâle** est correctement aligné avec le connecteur femelle.

a type of pipe fitting that has internal threads on the inner surface, designed to receive and make a secure connection with a male pipe fitting that has external threads, allowing for the flow of fluids or gases

tuyau femelle, raccord femelle

tuyau femelle, raccord femelle

Ex: The water pressure was low because the female pipe was not properly connected to the main line .La pression de l'eau était faible parce que le **tuyau femelle** n'était pas correctement connecté à la ligne principale.
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