French Conversation · Level 28
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French word
nutriment
Pronunciation
IPA/nytʁimɑ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounnutrient
Example
Ce yaourt contient des nutriments importants pour la santé.
This yogurt contains important nutrients for health.
More examples
Regarde l'étiquette pour voir les nutriments qu'elle contient.
Look at the label to see the nutrients it contains.
Core concept
A food component that the body uses to function properly and repair its tissues.
Common phrases
aliments riches en nutriments
foods rich in nutrients
apporter des nutriments
supply nutrients
manque de nutriments
a lack of nutrients
Similar words
vitamine: A compound needed in small amounts to regulate body processes.
minéral: An inorganic nutrient that helps maintain bones and fluid balance.
protéine: A nutrient that builds body tissues and supports enzyme production.
lipide: A fat that provides energy and helps retain body heat.
Definition in French
Élément nutritif contenu dans un aliment et essentiel au bon fonctionnement et à la réparation de l'organisme.
Word origin
French nutriment comes from Latin nutrimentum, formed from nutrire, meaning to nourish.
Usage tips
- Nutriment is masculine, so the standard forms are un nutriment and des nutriments.
Other meanings
- nourishmentnoun
Related words
- nutritifnutritiousadjective
- nutritionnelnutritionaladjective