Maladies (en. Diseases)

/ma.la.di/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Physical condition resulting in symptoms.

Cardiovascular diseases are a major concern.

Les maladies cardiovasculaires sont une préoccupation majeure.

Mental or emotional disorder.

Some psychological disorders require specialized treatment.

Certaines maladies psychologiques nécessitent un traitement spécialisé.

Pathological general health state.

It is important to prevent infectious diseases.

Il est important de prévenir les maladies infectieuses.

From Latin 'maladia', meaning 'discomfort' or 'difficulty'.

infectious diseases

Diseases that spread from one person to another.

maladies infectieuses

chronic diseases

Long-term conditions requiring medical follow-up.

maladies chroniques

respiratory diseases

Problems affecting the respiratory tract.

maladies respiratoires

medicine

The science of diagnosing and treating diseases.

médecine

health

Complete physical and mental state, not just the absence of disease.

santé

prevention

A set of measures aimed at preventing the onset of diseases.

prévention

To have a temporary slump.

I have diseases today, I can't go out.

J'ai des maladies aujourd'hui, je ne peux pas sortir.

To be in a bad state.

After last night, I'm completely sick.

Après cette nuit, je suis complètement malade.