This is the 11075th most frequent French word.
ponçage
Sanding or polishing.
Here, 'ponçage' is used as a noun referring to the process of sanding.
Le ponçage du bois est nécessaire pour obtenir une surface lisse.
Sanding the wood is necessary to obtain a smooth surface.
In this context, 'ponçage' emphasizes the quality of the sanding process.
Il faut faire un ponçage minutieux avant de commencer la peinture.
A careful sanding is required before starting painting.
The term 'ponçage' is employed here to denote the general activity or tools related to the sanding process.