Accurate in French

précis(e)

(accurate)

If you are looking for how to say “accurate” in French or need to use the word in conversation, writing, or professional contexts, here are the correct translations and how they are used depending on meaning.

The French word for accurate

The most common translations of “accurate” in French are:

• précis (masculine)

• précise (feminine)
  = precise, accurate, exact

Example:

• C’est une description très précise.
  (This is a very accurate description.)

Other possible translations depending on context:

• exact / exacte = exact, correct

• juste = fair, correct (also used to mean accurate in judgment)

• fiable = reliable (for data or instruments)

Related phrases

• mesure précise = accurate measurement

• données exactes = accurate data

• prédiction fiable = reliable/accurate prediction

• information juste = accurate/fair information

• calcul exact = exact calculation

10 usage examples with translations

1. Les résultats sont précis à 95 %.
   -The results are 95% accurate.

2. Peux-tu me donner une estimation plus précise ?
   -Can you give me a more accurate estimate?

3. Cette montre donne l’heure exacte.
   -This watch gives the accurate time.

4. C’est une représentation très juste de la situation.
   -It’s a very accurate representation of the situation.

5. Ses calculs sont toujours précis.
   -His calculations are always accurate.

6. Nous avons besoin de données fiables pour cette étude.
   -We need accurate (reliable) data for this study.

7. Ce capteur est extrêmement précis.
   -This sensor is extremely accurate.

8. Le rapport est complet et exact.
   -The report is complete and accurate.

9. Il a fait une remarque très juste.
   -He made a very accurate (fair) comment.

10. L’information fournie était précise et utile.
    -The information provided was accurate and useful.