Meaning of "gaseous" in English

The term "gaseous" refers to a state of matter in which a substance is characterized by having no fixed shape or volume. In the gaseous state, molecules move freely and are widely separated, allowing gases to fill and take the shape of their container. This term is often used in various scientific and technical contexts, including chemistry, physics, and meteorology, to describe substances in this less dense form. In everyday language, "gaseous" can also describe phenomena like the air we breathe or the clouds in the sky.

Meaning of "gazeux" in French

In French, "gazeux" similarly describes a state of matter characterized by its fluidity and low density, as particles move freely and are not compressed. It refers to substances in a gaseous state, capable of expanding to fit the volume of their container. The term "gazeux" is also commonly used in everyday French when talking about carbonated beverages, often referred to as "boissons gazeuses," indicating the fizzy or bubbly nature due to the dissolved gases. It serves similar purposes in scientific discussions.

Pronunciation of "gaseous" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡæsiəs/ or /ˈɡeɪsiəs/.

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the common pronunciations are /ˈɡæsiəs/ and /ˈɡeɪsiəs/, while British English typically uses /ˈɡeɪsiəs/. These variations mainly reflect regional accents and dialects.

Pronunciation of "gazeux" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡa.zø/.

Pronunciation Variations: In standard French, the pronunciation /ɡa.zø/ is used. Regional accents may slightly alter the emphasis or vowel sounds, but such variations are not significant and don't typically lead to misunderstanding.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The gaseous state of water is known as vapor. (L'état gazeux de l'eau est connu sous le nom de vapeur.)
  2. Oxygen is a gaseous element essential for life. (L'oxygène est un élément gazeux essentiel à la vie.)
  3. The balloon is filled with a gaseous substance. (Le ballon est rempli d'une substance gazeuse.)
  4. Methane is a highly flammable gaseous compound. (Le méthane est un composé gazeux hautement inflammable.)
  5. The laboratory monitors the gaseous emissions. (Le laboratoire surveille les émissions gazeuses.)
  6. A gaseous mist enveloped the landscape. (Une brume gazeuse enveloppait le paysage.)
  7. Helium, a gaseous element, is commonly used in balloons. (L'hélium, un élément gazeux, est couramment utilisé dans les ballons.)
  8. The experiment involves several gaseous reactions. (L'expérience implique plusieurs réactions gazeuses.)
  9. The gaseous mixture was analyzed in the lab. (Le mélange gazeux a été analysé au laboratoire.)
  10. The plant emitted a faint gaseous odor. (La plante émettait une légère odeur gazeuse.)

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

Synonyms: vaporous, aeriform, airy, misty, vaporized.

Antonyms: solid, liquid, dense, substantial, compact.

Similar Words: atmospheric, airy, nebulous, ethereal, buoyant.

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

Synonyms: aériforme, vaporeux, éthéré, nébuleux, aéré.

Antonyms: solide, liquide, dense, compact, épais.

Similar Words: atmosphérique, aéré, volatil, léger, sublimé.

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