torque in French
torque in French is couple, torque — torque means a twisting or rotational force that makes something turn around an axis.
torque in French
couple
(physics, mechanics) A rotational or twisting effect of a force; a moment of force, defined for measurement purposes as an equivalent straight line force multiplied by the distance from the axis of rotation (SI unit newton-metre or N·m; imperial unit pound-foot or lb·ft, not to be confused with the foot pound-force, commonly "foot-pound", a unit of work or energy)
torque
(historical) A tightly braided necklace or collar, often made of metal, worn by various early European peoples.
What does "torque" mean?
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noun A twisting or rotational force that makes something turn around an axis.
"The engine produces enough torque to tow a trailer."
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verb To apply a twisting force that makes something rotate.
"Torque the lug nuts to the manufacturer's specification."
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torque in a sentence
- The engine produces enough torque to tow a trailer.
- Use a wrench to apply the right amount of torque to the bolt.
- Torque the lug nuts to the manufacturer's specification.
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What is "torque" in French?
"torque" in French is couple, torque. torque means: A twisting or rotational force that makes something turn around an axis.
How do you use "torque" in a sentence?
Example: "The engine produces enough torque to tow a trailer." In French, "torque" is couple, torque.
Are there other ways to say "torque" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "torque": couple, torque.
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