English–French

“sunstroke” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃solasjɔ̃/

Example

Il a eu une insolation après être resté trop longtemps au soleil.

He got sunstroke after staying in the sun too long.

Illustration for insolation (sunstroke)

How to say “sunstroke” in French

“Sunstroke” in French is insolation.

Too much direct sunlight leaves a person dizzy, headachy, and sometimes sick to the stomach.

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

Example sentences with insolation

Les ouvriers risquent l'insolation lorsqu'ils travaillent sans chapeau.

Workers risk sunstroke when they work without a hat.

Tips for using insolation

  • English insolation usually refers to incoming solar radiation, while French insolation denotes a sun-related medical condition.

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