English–French

“middle ear infection” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/otit/

Example

Le médecin a diagnostiqué une otite.

The doctor diagnosed a middle ear infection.

Illustration for otite (middle ear infection)

How to say “middle ear infection” in French

“Middle ear infection” in French is otite.

Inflammation and fluid trapped behind the eardrum, creating pressure and pain in the middle ear.

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

Example sentences with otite

Il suit un traitement antibiotique pour son otite aiguë.

He is receiving antibiotic treatment for his acute middle ear infection.

Tips for using otite

  • Otite is feminine, so standard usage is une otite and une otite moyenne, not un otite.

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