French word

régime

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeʒim/

Meaning

  • masculine noundiet

Example

Elle suit un régime strict pour sa santé.

She follows a strict diet for her health.

Illustration for régime (diet)

More examples

Changer de régime du jour au lendemain n'est pas recommandé.

Changing one's diet overnight is not recommended.

Core concept

An organized pattern of regulation, from a person's food and health routine to a state's governing order.

Common phrases

  • changer de régime

    change one's diet

  • régime strict

    strict diet

  • régime équilibré

    balanced diet

Similar words

régime alimentaire: A goal-specific way of eating designed to support health or control weight.
diète: A short-term eating plan that limits foods or amounts for medical or weight-related purposes.
alimentation: The overall pattern of daily food consumption and nutrition.
habitude alimentaire: The everyday habits that shape how food is eaten.

Definition in French

Méthode ou ensemble de règles appliquées à l'alimentation pour améliorer la santé, perdre du poids ou changer l'apparence.

Word origin

Latin regimen, meaning 'direction or rule,' gave Old French regim and modern French régime; the shared idea of management underlies its food-related and political uses.

Usage tips

  • In health contexts, faire un régime commonly means going on a diet, while régime politique specifies a political system.

Other meanings

  • systemnoun
  • governmentnoun

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