French Conversation · Level 71
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French word
épuisement
Pronunciation
IPA/epɥizəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounexhaustion
Example
Après une longue journée, je ressens un épuisement profond.
After a long day, I feel deeply exhausted.
More examples
Son épuisement professionnel l'a poussé à changer de travail.
His work-related exhaustion prompted him to change jobs.
Core concept
A reservoir of physical or mental energy drained until almost nothing remains.
Common phrases
épuisement professionnel
work-related exhaustion
épuisement physique
physical exhaustion
Similar words
fatigue: Unpleasant physical or mental tiredness that improves only with rest.
surmenage: Exhaustion caused by overwork that pushes the body or mind beyond its limits.
épuisement professionnel: Chronic work-related exhaustion with a marked loss of interest and motivation.
Definition in French
Indique une fatigue profonde due à l'épuisement des ressources physiques ou mentales, parfois temporaire mais pouvant aussi se prolonger.
Word origin
Épuisement is formed from épuiser with the noun-forming suffix -ment; épuiser developed from an Old French verb related to puiser, to draw water.
Usage tips
- Épuisement is masculine, so the usual article is un, as in un épuisement profond.