rhinite
§ What 'rhinite' means
The French word 'rhinite' (pronounced ree-NEET) is a feminine noun. It means inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose. In plain English, we'd often just say 'a stuffy nose' or 'rhinitis' if we're talking medically.
- French Word
- rhinite
- Type
- Feminine noun
- English Definition
- Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose.
§ How to use 'rhinite' in a sentence
When you're talking about 'rhinite,' you'll often use it with verbs like 'avoir' (to have) or 'souffrir de' (to suffer from) when someone is experiencing it. It's a medical term, so you might hear it in a doctor's office, but also in everyday conversation when someone is complaining about their allergies or a cold.
Here are some common ways to use 'rhinite':
- To say someone 'has rhinitis': Use avoir une rhinite or souffrir de rhinite.
- To describe the cause: You might say rhinite allergique (allergic rhinitis).
J'ai une rhinite depuis ce matin. (I've had a stuffy nose / rhinitis since this morning.)
Elle souffre de rhinite allergique chaque printemps. (She suffers from allergic rhinitis every spring.)
Notice how 'allergique' comes after 'rhinite' here. In French, adjectives often follow the noun they describe, especially descriptive adjectives like this.
Le médecin a diagnostiqué une rhinite virale. (The doctor diagnosed viral rhinitis.)
You might also encounter phrases like:
- Une crise de rhinite: an attack of rhinitis (like an allergy attack)
- La rhinite chronique: chronic rhinitis
Il a eu une crise de rhinite à cause de la poussière. (He had an attack of rhinitis because of the dust.)
Remember, 'rhinite' is a precise medical term, so while you might say 'j'ai le nez bouché' (I have a blocked nose) in casual conversation, 'rhinite' specifies the inflammation. It's a good word to know for describing specific symptoms.
How Formal Is It?
"Le patient souffre d'une rhinite chronique."
"J'ai le rhume des foins en ce moment."
"J'ai le nez qui coule, c'est pénible."
"Mon nez coule comme un robinet !"
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à condition de
B1On condition that; provided that.
à court terme
B1Short-term, over a short period of time.
à jeun
B1On an empty stomach, before eating.
à l'abri
B1Sheltered; safe from danger or harm.
à l'aide de
A2With the help of, by means of.
à l'encontre de
B1Against; contrary to (e.g., advice, rules).
à l'hôpital
B1Located or being in a hospital.
à long terme
B1Long-term, over a long period of time.
à risque
B1At risk of harm, illness, or danger.
à titre
B1As a (e.g., as a preventive measure); by way of.
