symétrie

symmetry

noun see-meh-TREE Rare

Origin: Greek symmetria, from syn- (together) + metron (measure)

Usage Note

Symétrie is used in mathematics, art, architecture, and physics. The opposite is asymétrie. The related adjective is symétrique (symmetrical) and the adverb is symétriquement. In everyday speech, symétrie often implies a pleasing balance or correspondence, as in facial symmetry or a garden layout.

Examples

"L'architecte a respecté une parfaite symétrie dans ce bâtiment."

Natural Translation

The architect maintained perfect symmetry in this building.

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