crème hydratante
The English word "moisturizer" is translated into French as crème hydratante.
In English, "moisturizer" is a general term for a product that adds moisture. In French, rather than using a single abstract noun, the concept is almost always expressed as a specific type of product, most commonly a crème.
Meaning: that which causes moisture (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The term is composed of crème (cream) and the adjective hydratante (hydrating).
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun crème is feminine, which requires the adjective hydratante to take the feminine form ending in -e.
Did you know?
- The word crème shares its ancient roots with the Greek word khrîsma, which refers to the oil used for anointing kings and prophets.
- If a product is meant to be light and non-greasy, a French speaker might call it a lait (milk) rather than a crème.
- French pharmacy culture is so distinct that many people buy their crème hydratante from a pharmacist rather than a general beauty store.
Examples in context
- Bonjour, je suis à la recherche d'un bon hydratant pour peau sèche.Hello, I'm looking for a good moisturizer for dry skin.
- Vous devriez appliquer une crème hydratante après le nettoyage de votre visage.You should apply a moisturizer after cleansing your face.
- J'adore cette nouvelle crème hydratante, elle laisse ma peau douce et nourrie!I love this new moisturizer, it leaves my skin soft and nourished!
- Tu devrais essayer cette crème pour le visage, elle est vraiment efficace!You should try this face cream, it's really effective!
- L'utilisation quotidienne d'un hydratant est essentielle pour garder votre peau bien hydratée et saine.Daily use of a moisturizer is essential to keep your skin well-hydrated and healthy.
- Cette crème hydratante nourrit et adoucit ma peau, en plus de réduire les signes de vieillissement.This moisturizer nourishes and softens my skin, in addition to reducing signs of aging.
- J'utilise une crème hydratante tous les matins.I use a moisturizer every morning.
- Cette crème hydratante est très efficace.This moisturizer is very effective.
- Il me faut une nouvelle crème hydratante.I need a new moisturizer.
Example conversation
Chloé is helping Hugo choose a skincare product at a pharmacy.
- HugoTu as une bonne crème hydratante ?Do you have a good moisturizer?
- ChloéOui, cette crème hydratante est parfaite pour toi.Yes, this moisturizer is perfect for you.
- HugoEst-ce qu'elle est trop grasse ?Is it too greasy?
- ChloéNon, elle est très légère sur la peau.No, it is very light on the skin.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries crème, CC BY-SA 4.0.
