French translation of dandriff is 
dandriff

Meaning of "dandriff" in English

"Dandriff" appears to be a misspelling of "dandruff." In English, dandruff refers to the small, white flakes of skin that sometimes appear on a person's scalp. It is a common condition that can cause itching and tingling. Although not usually serious, dandruff can be embarrassing and difficult to treat. It is often linked to other skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or can be caused by dry skin, sensitivity to hair products, or not shampooing enough.

Meaning of "dandriff" in French

"Dandriff" also seems to be a misspelling in French and should refer to "pellicules," which means dandruff. Like in English, dandruff in French refers to the small, flaky particles of skin that can appear on the scalp and are associated with itching. It is a common cosmetic issue in France, often treated with specialized shampoos and hair care products. The causes can be similar, including oily skin or sensitivity to hair care products.

Pronunciation of "dandriff" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [dæˈndrɪf]

Pronunciation Variations: There might be little variability in the pronunciation of "dandruff" across English dialects, but it generally stays consistent. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "a" can sometimes sound more like an "uh" in some regional accents.

Pronunciation of "dandriff" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [pelikyl]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the word "pellicules" (dandruff) has relatively consistent pronunciation across different regions. However, the emphasis can slightly differ, primarily when pronounced in areas such as Quebec or the southern regions of France.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I noticed dandruff on my black shirt this morning. (J'ai remarqué des pellicules sur ma chemise noire ce matin.)
2. She uses a special shampoo to manage her dandruff. (Elle utilise un shampoing spécial pour gérer ses pellicules.)
3. Dandruff can sometimes be caused by dry skin. (Les pellicules peuvent parfois être causées par la peau sèche.)
4. His dandruff got worse during the winter. (Ses pellicules ont empiré pendant l'hiver.)
5. He changed his diet to help reduce dandruff. (Il a modifié son régime alimentaire pour aider à réduire les pellicules.)
6. The doctor recommended a medicated shampoo for the dandruff. (Le médecin a recommandé un shampoing médicamenteux pour les pellicules.)
7. Some people find that stress can worsen dandruff. (Certaines personnes trouvent que le stress peut aggraver les pellicules.)
8. There are many home remedies for dandruff. (Il existe de nombreux remèdes maison contre les pellicules.)
9. Her dandruff disappeared after she started using a new conditioner. (Ses pellicules ont disparu après avoir commencé à utiliser un nouvel après-shampoing.)
10. Dandruff is not contagious, so you can't catch it from someone else. (Les pellicules ne sont pas contagieuses, vous ne pouvez donc pas les attraper de quelqu'un d'autre.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "dandriff" in English

Synonyms: flakes, scaling, seborrhea, dry scalp, flakiness.

Antonyms: smooth scalp, healthy scalp.

Similar Words: psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, itching, irritation.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "dandriff" in French

Synonyms: pellicules sèches, squames, desquamation, dermatoses séborrhéiques.

Antonyms: cuir chevelu lisse, cuir chevelu sain.

Similar Words: psoriasis, eczéma, dermatite, démangeaison, irritation.

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