French translation of octagonal is 
octogonale

Meaning of "octagonal" in English

The term "octagonal" refers to a geometric shape or structure that has eight sides and eight angles. This adjective can describe anything from an octagonal table to a building with an eight-sided design. The term is commonly used in architecture, mathematics, and design to specify the shape characteristics of an object. The unique, symmetrical nature of an octagonal shape can be both functional and aesthetic, often utilized to create visual interest or symbolic connotations associated with the number eight.

Meaning of "octogonale" in French

The French word "octogonale" shares a similar meaning with its English counterpart, being used to describe objects or structures that have eight sides and angles. It is often used in the context of design and architecture to specify shapes that follow this particular geometric pattern. Like in English, the term can be applied to a variety of objects, such as tables, rooms, or towers, highlighting a unique or practical design choice intended to enhance both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

Pronunciation of "octagonal" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɒkˈtæɡənl/

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, it is often articulated with more emphasis on the second syllable, sounding something like "ok-TAG-uh-nal." In American English, it is frequently pronounced with a subtle difference, sometimes with a softer 't' sound.

Pronunciation of "octogonale" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔk.tɔ.ɡɔ.nal/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation is generally consistent across regions in France, with slight variations possibly occurring in different French-speaking countries. The emphasis typically remains on the first and last syllables, maintaining a smooth, flowing enunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The building has an octagonal tower. (Le bâtiment a une tour octogonale.)
2. They placed an octagonal mirror above the mantelpiece. (Ils ont placé un miroir octogonal au-dessus de la cheminée.)
3. The garden featured an octagonal fountain. (Le jardin comportait une fontaine octogonale.)
4. She bought an octagonal dining table for the new house. (Elle a acheté une table à manger octogonale pour la nouvelle maison.)
5. The room was designed with an octagonal ceiling. (La pièce était conçue avec un plafond octogonal.)
6. The rug in the living room is octagonal. (Le tapis du salon est octogonal.)
7. An octagonal window adorns the façade. (Une fenêtre octogonale orne la façade.)
8. The octagonal shape of the stop sign is easy to recognize. (La forme octogonale du panneau d'arrêt est facile à reconnaître.)
9. The design featured an octagonal floor pattern. (Le design présentait un motif de sol octogonal.)
10. He admired the octagonal structure of the gazebo. (Il admirait la structure octogonale du kiosque.)

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

Synonyms: eight-sided, polygonal, eight-angled.

Antonyms: round, circular.

Similar Words: heptagonal, hexagonal, decagonal, triangular, square, pentagonal.

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

Synonyms: octogone, à huit côtés, polygonal.

Antonyms: rond, circulaire.

Similar Words: hexagonal, pentagonal, carré, triangulaire, heptagonal.

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