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“aldehyde” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/aldeid/

Example

Il y a un aldéhyde dans ce parfum.

There is an aldehyde in this perfume.

Illustration for aldéhyde (aldehyde)

How to say “aldehyde” in French

“Aldehyde” in French is aldéhyde.

A molecule with a terminal carbonyl group, where the carbonyl carbon also bears hydrogen and may reach the nose as a volatile scent.

Full entry for aldéhyde: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with aldéhyde

En cuisine, certains aldéhydes apportent une note fruitée aux plats.

In cooking, certain aldehydes give dishes a fruity note.

Tips for using aldéhyde

  • Aldéhyde is masculine, so the usual article is un aldéhyde, including in perfume descriptions.

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