generic in French

generic in French is générique, médicament générique, produit générique — generic means applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.

generic in French

générique

adj

médicament générique

noun

A product sold under a generic name.

produit générique

noun

A product sold under a generic name.

générique

noun

(toponymy) The part of a toponym that identifies the feature's type.

What does "generic" mean?

adj Applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.
"Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one."
adj Lacking any distinctive or original qualities; bland and unoriginal.
"The speech was so generic that it could have suited any company at all."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

generic in a sentence

Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one.
She bought the generic version of the medicine to save money.
The speech was so generic that it could have suited any company at all.
I found the hotel room generic, with no personality or charm.

Similar words in French

bland catholic universal

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "generic" in French?

"generic" in French is générique, médicament générique, produit générique. generic means: Applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.

How do you use "generic" in a sentence?

Example: "Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one." In French, "generic" is générique, médicament générique, produit générique.

Are there other ways to say "generic" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "generic": générique, médicament générique, produit générique.

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