French word

praticien

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁatisjɛ̃/

Meaning

  • masculine noundoctor

Example

Le praticien m'a reçu hier soir.

The doctor saw me yesterday evening.

Illustration for praticien (doctor)

More examples

Le praticien libéral reçoit des patients en cabinet.

The private-practice physician sees patients in the office.

Core concept

A medical professional represented not by theory alone but by direct work with patients.

Common phrases

  • praticien généraliste

    general practitioner

  • praticien hospitalier

    hospital physician

  • praticien libéral

    private-practice physician

Similar words

médecin: A doctor who diagnoses and treats illnesses.
docteur: The everyday form of address for a doctor.

Definition in French

Médecin exerçant en cabinet ou à l'hôpital et responsable de la prise en charge directe des patients.

Word origin

French formed praticien from pratique by adding -ien, a suffix used for a person connected with a field or activity.

Usage tips

  • In medical contexts, médecin is the broad everyday term, while praticien often highlights active clinical practice or professional status.

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