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    Convalescence (en. Convalescence)

    /kɔ̃.va.lɛ.sɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The state of someone who is recovering from an illness and regaining health.
    His convalescence lasted several weeks.
    Sa convalescence a duré plusieurs semaines.
    Time needed to regain complete health.
    She dedicated time to her convalescence after the operation.
    Elle a consacré du temps à sa convalescence après l'opération.
    Process of gradual healing.
    The doctors are closely monitoring her convalescence.
    Les médecins surveillent attentivement sa convalescence.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'convalescentia', which means 'recovery, restoration'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in convalescence
    Being in a recovery period after an illness.
    être en convalescence
    during convalescence
    During the healing period.
    pendant la convalescence
    prolonged convalescence
    Recovery that lasts longer than expected.
    convalescence prolongée

    Related Words

    convalescent
    A person who is in the convalescence phase.
    convalescent
    sick
    A person affected by an illness.
    malade
    recovery
    The process of returning to health.
    rétablissement

    Slang Meanings

    In pause mode.
    After his illness, he is in pause mode for his convalescence.
    Après sa maladie, il est en mode pause pour sa convalescence.
    Taking time for oneself.
    She is taking a vacation for her convalescence.
    Elle prend des vacances pour sa convalescence.