machine

This is the 4539th most frequent French word.

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machine

A device or apparatus that uses mechanical power to perform a specific task.


Here, 'machine' refers to a physical appliance designed to perform a specific task, exemplified by 'coffee machine'.

Il a réparé la machine à café ce matin.

He fixed the coffee machine this morning.


In this example, 'machine' is used to denote industrial equipment capable of executing manufacturing processes.

Je suis impressionné par la machine de production dans cette usine.

I am impressed by the production machine in this factory.


In this sentence, 'machine' is metaphorically used to describe someone's efficiency and relentless ability in performing a specific activity, comparing them to a mechanical entity.

Elle est une véritable machine quand il s'agit de résoudre des problèmes.

She is a real machine when it comes to solving problems.