English–French

“unhealthy” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/malsɛ̃/

Example

Son comportement est malsain.

His behavior is unhealthy.

Illustration for malsain (unhealthy)

How to say “unhealthy” in French

“Unhealthy” in French is malsain.

A pattern of living or relating that produces harm instead of healthy balance.

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

Example sentences with malsain

Cette relation est malsaine.

This relationship is unhealthy.

Tips for using malsain

  • The final -ain is nasal in malsain, whereas the final -aine of malsaine is pronounced with a clear n.

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