French word

réadaptation

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeadaptasjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounrehabilitation

Example

Après l'opération, il suit une réadaptation.

After the operation, he is undergoing rehabilitation.

Illustration for réadaptation (rehabilitation)

More examples

Le médecin a prescrit un programme de réadaptation.

The doctor prescribed a rehabilitation program.

Core concept

A coordinated set of supports that rebuilds a person's ability to manage life independently.

Common phrases

  • programme de réadaptation

    rehabilitation program

  • centre de réadaptation

    rehabilitation center

  • réadaptation fonctionnelle

    functional rehabilitation

Similar words

rééducation: Therapy aimed at recovering physical movement or other lost functions.
récupération: Regaining physical strength and health after illness or exertion.

Definition in French

Programme ou série d'interventions coordonnées visant à aider une personne à retrouver son autonomie après une maladie, un accident ou une opération.

Word origin

The noun réadaptation is formed with ré- and adaptation, a French word descended from Latin adaptare, meaning to adapt.

Usage tips

  • Réadaptation can include occupational or social support, not only physical exercises for the body.

Opposites

Related words

  • réadapterreadaptverb
  • réadaptéreadaptedadjective

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