No. 10,384 in French
isolation
The state of being separated or secluded.
In a sentence
L'isolation de la maison empêche le froid d'entrer.
The insulation of the house prevents the cold from entering.
Here 'isolation' refers to a physical barrier used for thermal insulation blocking heat transfer.
Son isolement social a affecté sa santé mentale.
His social isolation has affected his mental health.
In this sentence, 'isolement' (another form related to 'isolation') signifies a state of being socially detached or alone.
L'isolation acoustique de cette salle est excellente.
The acoustic insulation of this room is excellent.
Here, 'isolation' describes soundproofing to prevent noise from passing through surfaces in a room.
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