English–French

“dysentery” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/disɑ̃təʁi/

Example

Il a contracté la dysenterie pendant le voyage.

He contracted dysentery during the trip.

Illustration for dysenterie (dysentery)

How to say “dysentery” in French

“Dysentery” in French is dysenterie.

An infected intestine causing repeated loose stools, possible blood, and painful abdominal cramps.

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

Example sentences with dysenterie

La dysenterie nécessite souvent un traitement antibiotique.

Dysentery often requires antibiotic treatment.

Tips for using dysenterie

  • Dysenterie is a specific medical term, not a general synonym for diarrhea; diarrhée covers loose stools more broadly.

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