Meaning of "waterage" in English

The term "waterage" typically refers to the fees or charges associated with the transportation of goods or services via water. This can include areas such as shipping costs incurred for the carriage of cargo by sea or on inland waterways. The concept of waterage can be applied to commercial shipping and can include ancillary services related to the storage or handling of products moved by water. As an archaic term, it's less commonly used in modern logistical contexts but still appears in legal or historical documents related to maritime trade.

Meaning of "téléréseaux" in French

"Téléréseaux" is a French word that refers to a network for telecommunications, typically involving cable connections, which can include television, internet, and telephone services. These networks are designed to transmit signals and data over distances, facilitating communication across wide areas. In a broader sense, it can also encompass infrastructures supporting these services within communities. The term highlights the integration and technological advancements in the field of communications in French-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "waterage" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈwɔːtəˌreɪdʒ/

Pronunciation Variations: There are not significant dialectical or regional variations for "waterage" in English, though slight differences in accent might alter the vowel sounds slightly.

Pronunciation of "téléréseaux" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /te.le.ʁe.zo/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "téléréseaux" remains fairly consistent across French-speaking regions, though some regional accents may affect the intonation and stress, particularly on the "é" and "r" sounds.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The company faced high waterage fees for transporting goods overseas. (L'entreprise a dû faire face à des frais de waterage élevés pour le transport de marchandises à l'étranger.)

  2. The new shipping agreement significantly reduced the waterage costs. (Le nouvel accord de transport maritime a considérablement réduit les coûts de waterage.)

  3. During the 18th century, waterage was crucial for trade between empires. (Au XVIIIe siècle, le waterage était crucial pour le commerce entre les empires.)

  4. Local ports offer discounts on waterage to encourage more shipping traffic. (Les ports locaux offrent des réductions sur le waterage pour encourager davantage de trafic maritime.)

  5. Waterage charges can vary depending on the type and size of the vessel. (Les frais de waterage peuvent varier en fonction du type et de la taille du navire.)

  6. The waterage for the bulk carrier was higher than expected. (Le waterage pour le transporteur en vrac était plus élevé que prévu.)

  7. Environmental regulations have slightly increased waterage expenses. (Les réglementations environnementales ont légèrement augmenté les dépenses de waterage.)

  8. They allocated a budget specifically for covering waterage fees. (Ils ont alloué un budget spécifiquement pour couvrir les frais de waterage.)

  9. Advances in logistics have streamlined the billing process for waterage. (Les avancées logistiques ont simplifié le processus de facturation pour le waterage.)

  10. Understanding waterage terms is essential for maritime contract negotiations. (Comprendre les termes du waterage est essentiel pour les négociations de contrats maritimes.)

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

Synonyms: shipping charges, freight costs, transportation fees, maritime costs, carriage charges
Antonyms: -
Similar Words: freight, logistics, transportation, shipping, cargo handling

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

Synonyms: réseau de câblodistribution, réseau de télécommunication, fibre optique, câblage
Antonyms: -
Similar Words: télécommunication, réseau, câblodistribution, infrastructure, connectivité

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