This page is a comprehensive list of essential French medical phrases used to describe symptoms, understand diagnoses, give consent, and navigate a variety of healthcare situations. Ideal for travelers, students, and professionals, it helps bridge the language gap in medical settings.
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At the Doctor's Office
French medical phrases for making appointments, describing your condition, and understanding the doctor's instructions.
- Je voudrais prendre rendez-vous.
I would like to make an appointment.
- Je ne me sens pas bien.
I don't feel well.
- J'ai mal ici.
I have pain here. (while pointing)
- Depuis combien de temps avez-vous ces symptômes ?
How long have you had these symptoms?
- Avez-vous des allergies ?
Do you have any allergies?
- Pouvez-vous répéter, s'il vous plaît ?
Can you repeat, please?
Common Symptoms
Phrases to describe a variety of symptoms in French.
- J'ai de la fièvre.
I have a fever.
- Je tousse beaucoup.
I have a bad cough.
- J'ai des vertiges.
I feel dizzy.
- Je ressens une douleur aiguë / sourde.
I feel a sharp / dull pain.
- J'ai des nausées.
I feel nauseous.
- Je me sens fatigué(e).
I feel tired.
Medical Procedures
Words and phrases for common tests and treatments.
- Je dois faire une prise de sang.
I need to have a blood test.
- On va vous faire une radio.
We are going to do an X-ray.
- Il faut vous faire opérer.
You need surgery.
- Vous devez prendre vos médicaments régulièrement.
You must take your medication regularly.
- Est-ce que vous êtes vacciné(e) ?
Are you vaccinated?
In the Pharmacy
Useful phrases for buying medicine and understanding prescriptions.
- Je voudrais un sirop contre la toux.
I would like cough syrup.
- Avez-vous quelque chose pour le mal de tête ?
Do you have something for headaches?
- Quelle est la posologie ?
What is the dosage?
- Est-ce en vente libre ?
Is this over-the-counter?
- J'ai besoin d'une ordonnance.
I need a prescription.
Emergency Situations
Critical phrases for urgent medical situations.
- Appelez une ambulance !
Call an ambulance!
- Il y a eu un accident.
There has been an accident.
- Je perds connaissance.
I am losing consciousness.
- Ma poitrine me fait mal.
My chest hurts.
- Où est l'hôpital le plus proche ?
Where is the nearest hospital?
A1/A2
The correct phrase is 'Je ne me sens pas bien.'
The correct phrase is 'J'ai de la fièvre.'
The common phrase is 'J'ai mal ici.'
The correct term is 'sirop contre la toux.'
The correct medical phrase is 'J'ai des vertiges.'
French medical phrases are essential for clear communication in healthcare settings, helping to describe symptoms, understand treatments, and ensure safety.
- Use precise symptoms and requests to avoid misunderstandings.
- Learn phrases for both routine and emergency situations.
- Practice pronunciation for confidence when speaking with medical professionals.