French translation of valetudinarian is 
valetudinarian

Meaning of "valetudinarian" in English

The term "valetudinarian" refers to a person who is excessively concerned about their health, often to the point of hypochondria. It describes individuals who are overly preoccupied with minor health complaints or the potential for illness, sometimes resulting in a frail or sickly appearance. This word can also imply a lifestyle focused on health maintenance, with frequent doctor visits and constant discussion of health issues. While it originally had a more neutral connotation, today it can sometimes carry a slightly negative tone, suggesting unnecessary worry.

Meaning of "valetudinarian" in French

In French, the word "valetudinarian" similarly refers to an individual who is excessively concerned with their health, often experiencing unnecessary anxiety over minor ailments. Such people may adopt an overly cautious approach to their well-being, dwelling on potential illnesses and frequently consulting healthcare professionals. It suggests a preoccupation with health that borders on hypochondria. This term can convey both a genuine need for health awareness and an exaggerated response to health-related concerns.

Pronunciation of "valetudinarian" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌvælɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/

In English, "valetudinarian" may have slight pronunciation variations depending on the regional accent. In American English, it's often pronounced as /ˌvælɪˌtudɪˈnɛriən/, while British speakers might emphasize the 'tu' as /ˌvælɪˌtjuːdɪˈnɛəriən/. These variations are subtle and both accents maintain the core pronunciation.

Pronunciation of "valetudinarian" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /valetydenɛʁjɛ̃/

In French, the pronunciation of "valetudinarian" remains quite consistent across regions. French speakers typically emphasize the nasal sound at the end, represented by /ɛ̃/. There might be slight differences in intonation based on the speaker's native region, but the pronunciation remains largely uniform.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The valetudinarian avoided crowded places for fear of catching a cold. (Le valétudinaire évitait les endroits bondés de peur d'attraper un rhume.)
2. Despite being healthy, she always had a valetudinarian attitude toward small ailments. (Bien qu'elle soit en bonne santé, elle avait toujours une attitude valétudinaire envers les petits maux.)
3. He became a valetudinarian after his recovery from a serious illness. (Il est devenu valétudinaire après sa guérison d'une maladie grave.)
4. Her valetudinarian lifestyle included daily supplements and strict dietary regimes. (Son mode de vie valétudinaire comprenait des compléments quotidiens et des régimes alimentaires stricts.)
5. The writer's memoirs reveal a valetudinarian obsession with health. (Les mémoires de l'écrivain révèlent une obsession valétudinaire de la santé.)
6. She didn't attend the reunion due to her valetudinarian tendencies. (Elle n'a pas assisté à la réunion en raison de ses tendances valétudinaires.)
7. His valetudinarian mindset made him anxious over every symptom. (Son esprit valétudinaire le rendait anxieux face à chaque symptôme.)
8. The valetudinarian invested heavily in various health-related gadgets. (Le valétudinaire a beaucoup investi dans divers gadgets liés à la santé.)
9. Valetudinarian concerns often dominated their daily conversations. (Les préoccupations valétudinaires dominaient souvent leurs conversations quotidiennes.)
10. He was known as the village's valetudinarian, always talking about his latest health concerns. (Il était connu comme le valétudinaire du village, parlant toujours de ses dernières préoccupations de santé.)

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

Synonyms: hypochondriac, health-obsessed, worried, frail, infirm.

Antonyms: robust, healthy, strong, vigorous, unconcerned.

Similar Words: health-conscious, neurotic, cautious, delicate, ailment-prone.

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

Synonyms: hypocondriaque, inquiet, fragile, maladif, prudent.

Antonyms: robuste, sain, fort, vigoureux, insouciant.

Similar Words: soucieux de sa santé, nerveux, délicat, prudent, sujet aux maladies.

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