circuit
The circuit was damaged by the power surge.
Le circuit a été endommagé par la surtension.
Chemin fermé permettant le passage d'un courant électrique.
The engineer designed a new circuit for the smartphone.
L'ingénieur a conçu un nouveau circuit pour le smartphone.
In engineering, 'circuit' refers to a closed path through which an electric current flows. It can include components like resistors, capacitors, and transistors.
Tour effectué par un juge ou un avocat dans plusieurs lieux pour tenir des audiences.
The judge is on circuit next week, visiting several towns.
Le juge sera en tournée la semaine prochaine, visitant plusieurs villes.
In legal contexts, 'circuit' refers to a judge's or lawyer's itinerary to hold court sessions in different locations.
Tour ou parcours organisé, notamment pour des courses automobiles.
The Monaco Grand Prix is held on a famous street circuit.
Le Grand Prix de Monaco se déroule sur un circuit de rue célèbre.
In sports or racing, 'circuit' refers to a track or route followed during a race.
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Technical vs. Legal Use
In engineering, 'circuit' refers to an electrical path. In law, it describes a judge's itinerary. Pay attention to context to avoid confusion.
Règle d'or
Gender in French
'Circuit' is masculine in French (le circuit). Always use 'le' or 'un' as the article.
Origine du mot
From Latin *circuitus*, past participle of *circuire* (to go around), from *circum* (around) + *ire* (to go). The electrical sense dates to the mid-19th century.
Notes d'usage
In French, 'circuit' is masculine (le circuit). The term is widely used in technical, legal, and sports contexts. Avoid confusion with 'circular' (circulaire) or 'circle' (cercle).