French Conversation · Level 108
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French word
hypothalamus
Pronunciation
IPA/ipotalamys/
Meaning
- masculine nounhypothalamus
Example
L'hypothalamus contrôle la température du corps.
The hypothalamus controls body temperature.
More examples
Pendant le cours, le professeur a expliqué que l'hypothalamus joue un rôle dans la régulation de la faim.
During class, the professor explained that the hypothalamus plays a role in regulating hunger.
Core concept
A brain region below the thalamus that monitors internal needs and coordinates temperature, appetite, thirst, sleep, and pituitary hormone control.
Definition in French
Petite région du cerveau située sous le thalamus, l'hypothalamus régule la température corporelle, la faim, la soif et le sommeil, et contrôle le système hormonal via l'hypophyse.
Word origin
The term is formed from Greek hypo- ('under') and the Latinized thalamus, referring to the structure located below the thalamus.
Usage tips
- Hypothalamus is masculine, as shown by un hypothalamus, although its definite singular form is l'hypothalamus because h is mute.