Zoom

/zum/Loanword from EnglishZoom
video conferencing platform

Nous utilisons Zoom pour nos réunions en ligne.

We use Zoom for our online meetings.


Technology
technical

A cloud-based video conferencing platform that allows users to host or join virtual meetings, webinars, and online chats.

Le professeur a partagé son écran via Zoom pendant le cours.

The teacher shared his screen via Zoom during the class.

Originally a brand name, 'Zoom' has become a generic term for video conferencing in many languages.

Related Phrases

être en Zoomphrase
to be on a Zoom call

Pro Tip

Usage in French

In French, 'Zoom' is often used as a verb ('faire un Zoom') or as part of a compound noun ('réunion Zoom').

Word Origin

From the English brand name 'Zoom', derived from the company 'Zoom Video Communications'. The term has been genericized to refer to video conferencing in general.

Usage Notes

While 'Zoom' is a brand name, it is commonly used as a generic term for video conferencing in informal contexts. In formal writing, it is recommended to use 'plateforme de visioconférence' or 'service de réunion en ligne'.

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