French Conversation · Level 15
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French word
syndrome
Pronunciation
IPA/sɛ̃dʁom/
Meaning
- masculine nounsyndrome
Example
Il a parlé du syndrome à son médecin.
He talked to his doctor about the syndrome.
More examples
Elle se sent victime du syndrome de l'imposteur.
She feels like a victim of impostor syndrome.
Core concept
A medical pattern formed when separate signs and symptoms appear together.
Common phrases
syndrome de l'imposteur
impostor syndrome
syndrome prémenstruel
premenstrual syndrome
Similar words
symptôme: A change felt by a patient or observed by a doctor as a sign of illness or injury.
maladie: A pathological condition affecting the body or mind and requiring diagnosis or treatment.
trouble: An abnormality or impairment in bodily or mental function that may affect daily life.
Definition in French
Terme médical désignant un ensemble de signes et de symptômes qui apparaissent ensemble ou sont associés.
Word origin
The word syndrome derives from Greek σύνδρομος through Latin syndrōma, with Greek elements meaning together and running.
Usage tips
- Syndrome belongs mainly to medical or technical usage, while ordinary complaints often use symptôme, douleur, or se sentir mal.