French word

diagnostic

Pronunciation

IPA/djagnostik/

Meaning

  • masculine noundiagnosis

Example

Nous avons reçu le diagnostic ce matin.

We got the diagnosis this morning.

Illustration for diagnostic (diagnosis)

More examples

Le diagnostic a confirmé l'infection.

The diagnosis confirmed the infection.

Core concept

A conclusion that identifies a problem by interpreting observed signs and test results.

Common phrases

  • résultat du diagnostic

    diagnostic result

  • diagnostic précoce

    early diagnosis

  • diagnostic précis

    accurate diagnosis

Similar words

analyse: A detailed examination of information or data to reveal meaning or causes.
bilan: A summary of available information showing an overall condition or key problems.
conclusion: A final judgment reached after consideration or discussion.
évaluation: An assessment showing the condition or value of something.

Definition in French

Conclusion tirée d'un examen ou d'observations, indiquant la nature d'un problème, surtout en contexte médical.

Word origin

French diagnostic comes from Greek diagnostikos, from diagignōskein, meaning to distinguish or know thoroughly, through Latin.

Usage tips

  • Diagnostic is masculine, so the standard form is un diagnostic, and common verbs include poser and faire.

Related words

  • diagnostiquerdiagnoseverb
  • diagnostiquediagnosticadjective

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