English–French
“depression” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/depʁesjɔ̃/
Example
Elle souffre d'une dépression depuis six mois.
She has been suffering from depression for six months.
How to say “depression” in French
“Depression” in French is dépression.
A heavy inner sinking that keeps ordinary activities out of reach over time.
Example sentences with dépression
La dépression économique a duré plusieurs années.
The economic depression lasted several years.
Tips for using dépression
- Dépression usually names a serious clinical condition, while déprime is a more informal word for a temporary low mood.