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ATTACHMENT- ACCESSORIES

16:26 Mar 21, 2024
English to French translations [Non-PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Manufacturing / "attachments" and "accessories" into French (QUEBEC)
English term or phrase: ATTACHMENT- ACCESSORIES
I work in the lawn and garden industry, where we manufacture lawn mowers, snow blowers, etc. We used to translate "attachments" and "accessories" into French as "accessoires." However, I have decided to reconsider this translation based on an explanation provided by one of the product managers. "As for the distinction between 'attachments' and 'accessories,' attachments are additional features that can help users complete tasks more efficiently or assist with more challenging tasks. Accessories, on the other hand, are primarily decorative or add novelty value, such as a sun shade." Given this explanation, what do you believe is the best term to translate each of these words? Do you still think we can translate "attachment" and "accessory" into French as "accessoires"? I am leaning towards choosing a different word, but I am unsure which one. I would appreciate your insight
BOLDXPRESS
Canada
Local time: 18:04


Summary of answers provided
3option
Sylvie LE BRAS
3Module
Marc Desreumaux


  

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option


Explanation:
pour attachment

Peut-être : option fonctionnelle

Sylvie LE BRAS
France
Local time: 00:04
Works in field
Native speaker of: Native in FrenchFrench
PRO pts in category: 8
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Module


Explanation:
Attachment: module
Accessories: accessoires

Marc Desreumaux
Japan
Local time: 07:04
Native speaker of: Native in FrenchFrench
Notes to answerer
Asker: Merci, c'est vraiment ce à quoi je pensais

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