French word

choléra

Pronunciation

IPA/koleʁa/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncholera

Example

Le choléra se transmet par l'eau contaminée.

Cholera is transmitted through contaminated water.

Illustration for choléra (cholera)

More examples

Le vaccin contre le choléra est recommandé pour les voyageurs.

The cholera vaccine is recommended for travelers.

Core concept

A rapid intestinal illness that spreads through unsafe water and quickly drains the body's fluids.

Common phrases

  • vaccin contre le choléra

    cholera vaccine

  • prévention du choléra

    cholera prevention

Similar words

gastro-entérite: An intestinal illness caused by bacteria or viruses, with short-term diarrhea or vomiting.
épidémie: A sudden increase in cases of the same disease across a particular area.
infection: The presence and multiplication of harmful organisms in the body, causing illness or symptoms.

Definition in French

Infection intestinale due à Vibrio cholerae, transmise principalement par de l'eau contaminée et provoquant des selles très liquides et une déshydratation rapide.

Word origin

French choléra comes through Latin cholera from Ancient Greek kholéra, a term associated with kholē, meaning 'bile'.

Usage tips

  • Choléra is masculine and normally takes le, as in le choléra; it is not the same word as colère, meaning anger.

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