using

ˈjuːzɪŋ
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Translation of using into French,

Adjective

1.

method

employing a particular method or tool
  • The using technique improved the results significantly.La technique utilisante a amélioré considérablement les résultats.
2.

exploitation

Rare
taking advantage of someone or something
Rare
  • He is using his friends for personal gain.Il exploite ses amis pour un gain personnel.

Noun

work

action of employing tools, objects, or methods for a purpose
  • Using of tools requires skill.L'utilisation d'outils nécessite des compétences.
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Expressions with using: examples in English and translations in French

fallacieux
trompeur
The politician's promises were just using smoke and mirrors to gain votes.
délicat
prudent
The manager was using kid gloves when discussing the issue with the upset employee.
par une voie d'accès détournée
The hacker was using a backdoor method to enter the system.
débrouillard
astucieux
She escaped by using your wits during the surprise inspection.

Synonyms and analogies of using in English

Examples of using in a sentence

  • A using approach was adopted for the experiment.
  • She was accused of using her position to get favors.
  • They are using the system to their advantage.
  • The using of smartphones has increased rapidly.
  • Using of chemicals must be done with caution.
use
juːs
Verb
1.

application

tr.
employ something for a specific purpose
tr.
  • She used the hammer to fix the chair.Elle a utilisé le marteau pour réparer la chaise.
2.

expression

tr.
say or write a word to express meaning
tr.
  • She used the word 'happy' to describe her mood.Elle a utilisé le mot 'heureuse' pour décrire son humeur.
3.

habit

intr.
habitually do something in the past
intr.
  • He used to jog every morning.Il faisait du jogging tous les matins.
Noun
1.

benefit

usefulness or advantage derived from something
  • The new software has great use in design.Le nouveau logiciel a une grande utilité dans le design.
2.

rights

ability or right to utilize something
  • He lost the use of his car after the accident..Après l'accident, il a perdu utilisation de sa voiture.

Expressions with use: examples in English and translations in French

no useexp.
ça ne sert à rien
It's no use trying to change his mind.
épuiser
consommer
The old shoes were used up after the long hike.
mettre à profit
utiliser à bon escient
She put her skills to good use at the new job.
réfléchir
utiliser son cerveau
You need to use your brains to fix this issue.
réfléchir
If you use your head, you can figure out the puzzle.
à quoi bon
What's the use of trying if we always fail?

Translations of "using" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
aidenf.

They scoop water from the well using a large bucket.

Ils puisent l'eau du puits à l'aide d'un grand seau.

utilisationnf.

At the park, an attendant explained the rules for using the equipment.

Au parc, un surveillant a expliqué les règles d'utilisation des équipements.

vian.

The handset was unlocked in just a few minutes using a dedicated app.

Le déblocage du combiné a été réalisé en quelques minutes via une application spécialisée.

usagenm.

He covers the needle tip with a small plastic cap after using it.

Il protège la pointe de l'aiguille avec un petit capuchon en plastique après usage.

exploitationnf.

And the costs of using this technology have come down slightly.

Les coûts d'exploitation de cette technologie baissent encore un peu.

Participle
utilisantprtp.

She acted without scruples, using fear to manipulate her colleagues.

Elle a agi sans scrupule, utilisant la peur pour manipuler ses collègues.

utiliser

You always have to prime the printer cartridges before using them.

Il faut toujours amorcer les cartouches d'imprimante avant de les utiliser.

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using: Examples and translations in context

He asked us to outline our arguments using bullet points.

Il nous a demandé de résumer nos arguments à l'aide de puces.

They will hook the tent to the ground using stakes.

Ils fixeront la tente au sol à l'aide de piquets.

The carpenter clamped the boards together using a wide leather strap.

Le menuisier serra les planches ensemble à l'aide d'une large bande de cuir.

They were advised to force back the flames using water.

On leur a conseillé de repousser les flammes à l'aide d'eau.

The painting was fastened to the wall using heavy-duty hooks.

Le tableau était fixé au mur à l'aide de crochets robustes.

After the accident, he learned how to stand up again without using crutches.

Après l'accident, il a réappris à se tenir debout sans l'aide des béquilles.

The great depth of the well is measured using a long graduated metal cable.

On mesure la grande profondeur du puits à l'aide d'un long câble métallique gradué.

He tightened the hex head bolt using an adjustable wrench.

Il a serré le boulon hexagonal à l'aide d'une clé à molette.

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