English–French

“diphtheria” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/difteʁi/

Example

Elle a été vaccinée contre la diphtérie.

She was vaccinated against diphtheria.

Illustration for diphtérie (diphtheria)

How to say “diphtheria” in French

“Diphtheria” in French is diphtérie.

A bacterial throat disease in which a leathery false membrane can make breathing difficult.

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

Example sentences with diphtérie

Après la maladie, il a gardé des séquelles de diphtérie.

After the illness, he had lasting effects from diphtheria.

Tips for using diphtérie

  • In vaccination contexts, French uses se faire vacciner contre la diphtérie, with contre for protection against the disease.

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