Example: La conduite de l'eau dans la maison est très importante.
Definition
"La conduite" refers to a pipe or conduit used in construction to transport fluids such as water or gas within a building or infrastructure. It is essential for directing the flow and ensuring proper distribution, as in the example phrase where it highlights the importance of water piping inside a house.
Translations
the piping
la conducción
de leiding
la conducció
die Leitung
Etymology
The word "la conduite" comes from the French verb "conduire," meaning to lead or guide. Originally, it referred to the act of leading or managing something, which evolved into the noun form describing pipes or channels that guide the flow of liquids. Did you know? The same root has given rise to words like 'conduct' in English, emphasizing the idea of directing or guiding.
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"La conduite" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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the piping