French Conversation · Level 21
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French word
médecin
Pronunciation
IPA/mɛdsɛ̃/
Meaning
- masculine noundoctor
Example
Je vais chez le médecin.
I am going to the doctor.
More examples
Le médecin a prescrit des antibiotiques.
The doctor prescribed antibiotics.
Core concept
A clinician at the center of a patient's medical care, linking diagnosis, treatment, prescriptions, and follow-up.
Common phrases
aller chez le médecin
go to the doctor
prendre rendez-vous chez le médecin
make an appointment with the doctor
consulter un médecin
consult a doctor
Similar words
docteur: A conversational title used when addressing a doctor.
médecin généraliste: A doctor who handles a broad range of initial consultations and everyday healthcare.
médecin traitant: The doctor responsible for coordinating a patient's continuing care and medical records.
médecin spécialiste: A doctor with advanced expertise in a specific disease, organ, or area of treatment.
Definition in French
Professionnel de santé diplômé qui diagnostique, prescrit des traitements et assure le suivi médical.
Word origin
The French noun médecin developed from Latin medicus, physician, through medieval French forms before reaching its modern spelling.
Usage tips
- The usual phrase for visiting a doctor is aller chez le médecin, with chez marking the professional's place or service.