French translation of facilities is 
installations

Meaning of "facilities" in English

The term "facilities" generally refers to places or equipment that are provided for a particular purpose. Facilities can be tangible structures like buildings, rooms, or equipment that support a specific activity or function. They may range from educational facilities such as schools and libraries, to recreational facilities like parks and gyms, to healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics. In a broader sense, facilities enable the efficient operation of systems or services by providing necessary infrastructure, and they are crucial for social, economic, and educational development.

Meaning of "installations" in French

In French, the word "installations" refers to both the act of setting up or putting something in place and to permanent or temporary structures that serve a particular function. This can include a wide array of setups such as plumbing, electrical installations, or industrial facilities. Unlike its English counterpart, the French term often emphasizes the process of fitting or assembling, as well as the final arrangement or placement of these systems or structures, thus providing necessary utilities or services within different environments.

Pronunciation of "facilities" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [fəˈsɪlɪtiz]

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the emphasis is typically on the second syllable, whereas in British English, the pronunciation remains consistent but may carry a slightly different intonation. The regional accent may affect the pronunciation of the vowel sounds.

Pronunciation of "installations" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ɛ̃stalɑsjɔ̃]

Pronunciation Variations: Regional variations may occur with slight differences in nasal sounds or the articulation of the final syllable. In some accents, the "n" sound might be more pronounced or less nasal, reflecting the singer’s dialect.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The new sports facilities are open to the public.
   (Les nouvelles installations sportives sont ouvertes au public.)

2. Our company offers excellent conference facilities.
   (Notre entreprise propose d'excellentes installations de conférence.)

3. The hotel has great fitness facilities.
   (L'hôtel possède d'excellentes installations de remise en forme.)

4. They upgraded the laboratory facilities last year.
   (Ils ont modernisé les installations du laboratoire l'année dernière.)

5. The city is investing in green energy facilities.
   (La ville investit dans des installations d'énergie verte.)

6. Educational facilities need more funding.
   (Les installations éducatives ont besoin de plus de financement.)

7. The community center has facilities for children.
   (Le centre communautaire dispose d'installations pour les enfants.)

8. Our apartment complex has parking facilities.
   (Notre complexe d'appartements dispose d'installations de stationnement.)

9. The facilities for disabled access have improved.
   (Les installations pour l'accès des personnes handicapées se sont améliorées.)

10. The airport's new facilities are quite impressive.
    (Les nouvelles installations de l'aéroport sont plutôt impressionnantes.)

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

Synonyms: amenities, equipment, infrastructure, installations, provisions, accommodations, resources, services, features, arrangements.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: utilities, conveniences, features, apparatus, support, infrastructure, equipment, venues, spaces, establishments.

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

Synonyms: équipements, aménagements, dispositifs, agencements, infrastructures, équipements, appareillages, outillages, systèmes, accessoires.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: mises en place, constructions, arrangements, usines, complexes, structures, bâtis, équipements, dispositifs, appareils.

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