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Architecture et Construction - Parties d'un Bâtiment

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés aux différentes parties d'un bâtiment tels que "garage", "cellier" et "alcôve".

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fabric
[nom]

a building's main structural component, such as its walls, roof, etc.

structure

structure

garage
[nom]

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

garage

garage

Ex: The garage door is automated, making it easy for them to enter and exit without getting out of the car.La porte du **garage** est automatisée, ce qui leur permet d'entrer et de sortir facilement sans descendre de la voiture.

a specialized storage space designed to store and age wine bottles under controlled temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions to preserve their quality and flavor over time

cave à vin, cellier

cave à vin, cellier

Ex: They installed a wine cellar in the basement , adding both style and functionality to the house .Ils ont installé une **cave à vin** dans le sous-sol, ajoutant à la fois du style et de la fonctionnalité à la maison.
cellar
[nom]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

cave

cave

Ex: The old cellar had thick stone walls that kept it cool even in the summer .Le vieux **cellier** avait des murs en pierre épais qui le gardaient frais même en été.
facade
[nom]

the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance

façade

façade

Ex: The urban neighborhood was characterized by its colorful row houses , each with a unique facade adorned with decorative trim and window boxes .Le quartier urbain était caractérisé par ses maisons en rangée colorées, chacune avec une **façade** unique ornée de garnitures décoratives et de jardinières.

a storage area or room used for storing ammunition, explosives, or other hazardous materials in a safe and secure manner

magasin, dépôt de munitions

magasin, dépôt de munitions

pantry
[nom]

a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in

garde-manger

garde-manger

Ex: The family decided to turn the small closet into a pantry for more storage .La famille a décidé de transformer le petit placard en **garde-manger** pour plus de stockage.

a designated space within a building used for storing various items or belongings in an organized manner, typically equipped with shelves, cabinets, or other storage solutions

salle de stockage, débarras

salle de stockage, débarras

Ex: After the move , we still had a lot of items to organize in the storage room.Après le déménagement, nous avions encore beaucoup d'articles à organiser dans la **salle de stockage**.
wall
[nom]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

mur

mur

Ex: She placed a calendar on the wall to keep track of important dates .Elle a placé un calendrier sur le **mur** pour garder une trace des dates importantes.
roof
[nom]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

toit

toit

Ex: The snow on the roof started to melt in the warmth of the sun .La neige sur le **toit** a commencé à fondre dans la chaleur du soleil.
ceiling
[nom]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

plafond

plafond

Ex: She lies on the floor , imagining shapes on the ceiling.Elle est allongée sur le sol, imaginant des formes sur le **plafond**.
fixture
[nom]

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

installation (fixe)

installation (fixe)

Ex: The tenants asked if they could replace the outdated fixtures with modern ones .Les locataires ont demandé s'ils pouvaient remplacer les **équipements** obsolètes par des modernes.

the front exterior of a house, apartment, or another building that faces a street or river

façade, devanture

façade, devanture

Ex: The restaurant ’s frontage was renovated to attract more customers .La **façade** du restaurant a été rénovée pour attirer plus de clients.

a device used to measure and monitor the flow and consumption of natural gas or propane in residential, commercial, or industrial settings

compteur de gaz, débitmètre de gaz

compteur de gaz, débitmètre de gaz

Ex: When moving into a new apartment , the gas meter reading is recorded to establish the starting point for billing .
room
[nom]

a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities

chambre

chambre

Ex: I found a quiet room to study for my exams .J'ai trouvé une **pièce** calme pour étudier pour mes examens.
utility
[nom]

a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life

fournisseur

fournisseur

Ex: The utility company came to fix the power outage in our neighborhood .La compagnie de **services publics** est venue réparer la panne d'électricité dans notre quartier.
annex
[nom]

a building later added to a main building in order to provide more space

annexe

annexe

Ex: The company uses the annex as a training center for new employees .L'entreprise utilise l'**annexe** comme centre de formation pour les nouveaux employés.
chimney
[nom]

a channel or passage that lets the smoke from a fire pass through and get out from the roof of a building

cheminée

cheminée

Ex: He saw the flames through the chimney’s opening .Il a vu les flammes à travers l'ouverture de la **cheminée**.
cowl
[nom]

a hood-like covering or structure, often with a conical or curved shape, used to cover or protect an opening or feature such as a chimney, ventilator, or roof

capuchon, cagoule

capuchon, cagoule

a protective covering made of metal or glass that is placed in front of a fireplace to prevent sparks, embers, or debris from escaping while still allowing heat and light to pass through

pare-feu, écran de cheminée

pare-feu, écran de cheminée

Ex: The ornate metal fire screen added a touch of elegance to the living room .L'**écran de cheminée** en métal orné a ajouté une touche d'élégance au salon.

a shelf that is made of wood or stone and is above a fireplace

manteau de cheminée

manteau de cheminée

Ex: He sat by the fireplace , his gaze fixed on the photograph resting on the mantelpiece, lost in memories of days gone by .Il s'assit près de la cheminée, son regard fixé sur la photographie posée sur la **cheminée**, perdu dans les souvenirs des jours passés.

a small and cozy corner or space, usually next to a fireplace, where people can sit and relax in a warm and comfortable environment

coin du feu, recoin près de la cheminée

coin du feu, recoin près de la cheminée

Ex: After a long day , they would retreat to the inglenook to unwind by the fire and chat .Après une longue journée, ils se retiraient dans le **coin du feu** pour se détendre près du feu et discuter.
floor
[nom]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

sol

sol

Ex: She spilled juice on the floor and immediately cleaned it up .Elle a renversé du jus sur le **sol** et l'a immédiatement nettoyé.
level
[nom]

one of the many floors that are in a building

étage

étage

Ex: The restaurant is on the top level of the building .Le restaurant est au dernier **étage** de l'immeuble.

a floor situated between two other floors of a building, which is smaller compared to the two

mezzanine

mezzanine

Ex: The hotel 's fitness center was located on the mezzanine, allowing guests to stay active while enjoying panoramic views of the city .Le centre de fitness de l'hôtel était situé sur **l'entresol**, permettant aux invités de rester actifs tout en profitant d'une vue panoramique sur la ville.
column
[nom]

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

colonne

colonne

Ex: The museum 's entrance was framed by towering columns, adding to its grandeur .L'entrée du musée était encadrée par des **colonnes** imposantes, ajoutant à sa grandeur.
front
[nom]

the front face of a large building, particularly a church

façade

façade

Ex: The front of the cathedral featured tall , stained-glass windows .La **façade** de la cathédrale était ornée de hautes fenêtres en vitrail.
lobby
[nom]

the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

hall d'entrée, hall

hall d'entrée, hall

Ex: The hotel 's grand lobby was adorned with marble floors and chandeliers .Le **hall** grandiose de l'hôtel était orné de sols en marbre et de lustres.

a vertical or inclined passage in a building that allows for the convenient disposal of waste materials by dropping them into a designated collection area or dumpster

goulotte à ordures, vide-ordures

goulotte à ordures, vide-ordures

Ex: She was frustrated when the trash chute became blocked , causing a delay in waste removal .Elle était frustrée lorsque la **goulotte à ordures** s'est bloquée, provoquant un retard dans l'élimination des déchets.
alcove
[nom]

a recessed part of a wall that is built further back from the rest of it

alcôve

alcôve

Ex: The art gallery had a special alcove dedicated to showcasing sculptures , illuminated by soft overhead lighting .La galerie d'art avait une **alcôve** spéciale dédiée à la présentation de sculptures, éclairée par un éclairage doux au plafond.
vent
[nom]

an opening or passage that allows the movement of air, gases, or other substances, typically used for ventilation, release of heat or moisture, or to remove unwanted odors

conduit d’aération

conduit d’aération

an area with no roof that is partially or completely surrounded by walls, often forming a part of a large building

cour

cour

Ex: The restaurant had an outdoor courtyard where diners could eat under the stars .Le restaurant avait une **cour** extérieure où les dineurs pouvaient manger sous les étoiles.

a curved architectural space where sound waves can travel along the walls, allowing whispers to be heard clearly from one side to the other

galerie des chuchotements, salle des murmures

galerie des chuchotements, salle des murmures

Ex: Standing in the whispering gallery of the grand hall , we could hear each other ’s whispers despite being far apart .Debout dans la **galerie des chuchotements** de la grande salle, nous pouvions entendre les chuchotements de l'autre malgré la distance.

a short and wide pipe connected to the top of a chimney

tuyau de cheminée

tuyau de cheminée

Ex: After the storm , the chimney pot was knocked off , causing smoke to back up into the house .Après la tempête, le **pot de cheminée** a été arraché, provoquant un refoulement de fumée dans la maison.
pace
[nom]

a small open space or courtyard enclosed by buildings or walls

cour, patio

cour, patio

suite
[nom]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

suite

suite

Ex: They upgraded to a suite for their anniversary trip to enjoy the added comfort and amenities .Ils ont choisi une **suite** pour leur voyage d'anniversaire afin de profiter du confort et des équipements supplémentaires.

a four-sided courtyard or open space, often enclosed by buildings or walls, typically found in educational institutions, residential complexes, or historical landmarks

quadrilatère, cour carrée

quadrilatère, cour carrée

a set of steps along with their surrounding structure that can lead one from one floor to another

escalier

escalier

Ex: They installed lights along the stairway for safety .Ils ont installé des lumières le long de **l'escalier** pour la sécurité.

a small elevator or lifting device used to transport items such as food, dishes, or laundry between different floors of a building, typically in a commercial or residential setting

monte-plats, ascenseur de service

monte-plats, ascenseur de service

a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building

ascenseur

ascenseur

Ex: We took the elevator to the top floor of the building .Nous avons pris **l'ascenseur** pour monter au dernier étage du bâtiment.

a staircase that moves and takes people up or down different levels easily, often found in large buildings like airports, department stores, etc.

escalier roulant, escalator

escalier roulant, escalator

Ex: He stood patiently on the escalator, enjoying the leisurely ascent to the top floor of the shopping mall .Il se tenait patiemment sur **l'escalator**, profitant de l'ascension tranquille vers le dernier étage du centre commercial.
hearth
[nom]

a fireplace built into a wall where fires can be lit

foyer, cheminée

foyer, cheminée

Ex: The aroma of wood smoke filled the air around the hearth.L'arôme de la fumée de bois remplissait l'air autour de **l'âtre**.

the area or space near a fire, particularly a fireplace, where people gather for warmth, relaxation, and socializing

coin du feu, âtre

coin du feu, âtre

gallery
[nom]

a long and narrow covered walkway or corridor with a series of arches or columns along one or both sides

galerie

galerie

a vertical transportation system consisting of a cylindrical tube or shaft in which a cabin or platform travels, enabling efficient movement between different floors or levels within a building

ascenseur tubulaire, élévateur tubulaire

ascenseur tubulaire, élévateur tubulaire

Ex: The tube elevator moved silently, offering a smooth ride to the top floor of the building.L'**ascenseur tubulaire** se déplaçait silencieusement, offrant une montée en douceur jusqu'au dernier étage du bâtiment.

the network of components, wiring, and devices that enable the generation, distribution, and use of electrical power within a building or structure

système électrique, réseau électrique

système électrique, réseau électrique

a network of pipes, fixtures, valves, and other components that work together to supply and distribute water, as well as remove waste and sewage, within a building or structure

système de plomberie, réseau de plomberie

système de plomberie, réseau de plomberie

Ex: The new house featured a modern plumbing system with advanced water-saving features .La nouvelle maison était équipée d'un **système de plomberie** moderne avec des fonctionnalités avancées d'économie d'eau.
soffit
[nom]

the underside of an architectural element, such as a ceiling, arch, or overhanging roof, typically located on the underside of a structure

soffite, dessous de corniche

soffite, dessous de corniche

Ex: Installing vents in the soffit improved air circulation throughout the house .L'installation de bouches d'aération dans le **soffite** a amélioré la circulation de l'air dans toute la maison.
story
[nom]

a level or floor of a building, separated by a horizontal division, used to describe the building's height or structure

étage, niveau

étage, niveau

Ex: The architect designed the house with an open-plan living area across two stories.

an upper floor of a house, apartment, or any other building

étage

étage

Ex: The children love playing in the upstairs where there ’s more space .Les enfants adorent jouer **à l'étage** où il y a plus d'espace.

a floor that is located on a lower level of a building, particularly at the ground level

rez-de-chaussée, rez-de-chaussée

rez-de-chaussée, rez-de-chaussée

Ex: She prefers to work from the downstairs office.Elle préfère travailler depuis le bureau **en bas**.

the internal part of a building, car, etc.

intérieur

intérieur

Ex: They cleaned the interior of the house before the guests arrived .Ils ont nettoyé **l'intérieur** de la maison avant l'arrivée des invités.

the outer surface or outermost layer of an object, building, etc.

extérieur

extérieur

Ex: The building ’s stone exterior gave it a timeless , elegant look .La **façade** en pierre du bâtiment lui donnait un look intemporel et élégant.
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