French Conversation · Level 28
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French word
protéine
Pronunciation
IPA/pʁotein/
Meaning
- feminine nounprotein
Example
Tu dois manger plus de protéines.
You should eat more protein.
More examples
Les produits laitiers sont riches en protéines.
Dairy products are rich in protein.
Core concept
A compact amino-acid structure that the body uses to grow, repair tissue, and run chemical reactions.
Common phrases
protéines animales
animal proteins
une source de protéines
a source of protein
riche en protéines
rich in protein
Similar words
graisse: Fat from food that the body mainly stores for energy.
sucre: A sweetening substance common in sugar and fruit.
vitamine: A nutrient that helps regulate the body when needed in tiny amounts.
fibre: A substance in vegetables and grains that supports bowel function.
Definition in French
Nutriment essentiel constitué d'acides aminés, nécessaire à la croissance, à la réparation des tissus et aux réactions enzymatiques.
Word origin
The word was coined in the nineteenth century from Greek proteios, meaning primary, and entered French as protéine.
Usage tips
- In food contexts, des protéines commonly refers to protein as a nutrient, while une protéine can mean one specific protein molecule.