French translation of cacotechny is 
cacotechny

Meaning of "cacotechny" in English

Cacotechny refers to the art or practice of building or making something poorly or ineffectively. It is used to describe processes or creations where poor techniques lead to shoddy or undesirable results. The term is derived from the Greek words "kakos" meaning bad, and "techne" meaning art or craft, thus combining to imply a poor execution in crafting or creating. In a broader sense, it can be applied to any field where the quality of the outcome is compromised due to substandard methods or skills.

Meaning of "cacotechny" in French

In French, "cacotechny" carries a similar meaning to the English definition, reflecting a practice plagued by poor methods or inferior craftsmanship that results in unsatisfactory outcomes. The term can be employed in various contexts, from architectural work to general art or product creation, representing a critique of execution and technique. Its usage is primarily formal or academic, dealing with analysis of construction and creation inefficiencies.

Pronunciation of "cacotechny" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˌkæk.oʊˈtɛk.ni].

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation remains relatively consistent across different English-speaking regions, though slight variations in stress and vowel sounds might occur due to regional accents.

Pronunciation of "cacotechny" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [kakoˈtɛkni].

Pronunciation Variations: As with its English counterpart, pronunciation in French is fairly standard, though subtle variances might be present depending on local dialects or speech habits, including the influence of neighboring languages in border regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The cacotechny of the construction was evident in the building's instability. (La cacotechnie de la construction était évidente dans l'instabilité du bâtiment.)
2. His experiments in painting showed a clear cacotechny. (Ses expériences en peinture montraient une claire cacotechnie.)
3. Critics panned the new film for its cacotechny in storytelling. (Les critiques ont décrié le nouveau film pour sa cacotechnie dans la narration.)
4. The cacotechny of the poorly written software caused significant issues. (La cacotechnie du logiciel mal écrit a causé des problèmes importants.)
5. Despite the cacotechny, the sculpture had an endearing charm. (En dépit de la cacotechnie, la sculpture avait un charme attachant.)
6. The cacotechny of their business strategy became apparent when profits fell. (La cacotechnie de leur stratégie commerciale est devenue apparente lorsque les bénéfices ont chuté.)
7. His cacotechny in playing the violin quickly alienated his audience. (Sa cacotechnie en jouant du violon a rapidement aliéné son public.)
8. The cacotechny in the novel's plot was a topic of much discussion. (La cacotechnie dans l'intrigue du roman était un sujet de grande discussion.)
9. Even with high quality materials, cacotechny ruined the craftsmanship. (Même avec des matériaux de haute qualité, la cacotechnie a ruiné l'artisanat.)
10. The new chef's cacotechny in the kitchen surprised even seasoned diners. (La cacotechnie du nouveau chef dans la cuisine a surpris même les convives chevronnés.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cacotechny" in English

Synonyms: ineptitude, incompetence, inefficacy, clumsiness, awkwardness.

Antonyms: skillfulness, proficiency, expertise, mastery, competence.

Similar Words: bungling, maladroitness, inefficiency, unskillfulness, amateurism.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cacotechny" in French

Synonyms: inaptitude, incompétence, inefficacité, maladresse, lourdeur.

Antonyms: habileté, compétence, maîtrise, expertise, adresse.

Similar Words: cafouillage, mauvais artisanat, manque de compétence, amateurisme, inefficience.

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