English–French

“swelling” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃tymesɑ̃s/

Example

J'ai une intumescence à la cheville.

I have a swelling on my ankle.

Illustration for intumescence (swelling)

How to say “swelling” in French

“Swelling” in French is intumescence.

A palpable or visible swelling confined to a particular area of the body.

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

Example sentences with intumescence

Après m'être cogné le bras, une intumescence est apparue.

After I bumped my arm, a swelling appeared.

Tips for using intumescence

  • Intumescence is feminine, so indefinite use is une intumescence and definite use is l'intumescence.

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