Tг©lг©charger ★
: Derived from the Latin carricare , meaning "to load onto a wagon" or "to burden."
Moving data from the web to your computer.
"Veuillez télécharger la dernière mise à jour" ( Please download the latest update ). TГ©lГ©charger
Combined, it literally translates to "loading from a distance." Usage and Context
: Derived from the Greek têle , meaning "far" or "at a distance" (similar to téléphone or télévision ). : Derived from the Latin carricare , meaning
In modern French, the word is used in two primary directions, though technical purists sometimes distinguish between them:
While "télécharger" is often used for both in casual conversation, the more precise term for uploading is téléverser . Practical Examples In modern French, the word is used in
"J'ai téléchargé cet album sur mon téléphone" ( I downloaded this album onto my phone ).