Acier

Pronunciation: /ˈæsiˌeɪ/

Definitions of acier

noun a type of metal that is strong and resistant to corrosion, commonly used in construction and manufacturing

Example Sentences

A1 L'acier est un matériau utilisé pour fabriquer des outils.

A2 Mon père travaille dans une usine d'acier.

B1 La construction de ce pont nécessite l'utilisation de plusieurs tonnes d'acier.

B2 L'acier inoxydable est couramment utilisé dans l'industrie alimentaire.

C1 Les propriétés de l'acier en font un matériau très polyvalent dans l'ingénierie.

C2 L'acier de haute qualité est essentiel pour les applications aérospatiales.

Examples of acier in a Sentence

formal The building's structure is made of reinforced acier beams.

informal I prefer using acier cookware for its durability.

slang That acier necklace is so cool, where did you get it?

figurative His resolve was as strong as acier, never wavering in the face of adversity.

Grammatical Forms of acier

• plural: aciers
• comparative: plus acier
• superlative: le plus acier
• present tense: aciers
• future tense: aciera
• perfect tense: a aciéré
• continuous tense: en acierant
• singular: acier
• positive degree: acier
• infinitive: acérer
• gerund: acérant
• participle: aciéré

Origin and Evolution of acier

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'acier' originated from the Latin word 'acies' which means 'sharpness' or 'edge'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'acier' evolved to specifically refer to steel, a type of metal known for its strength and durability.