diététicien
/dje.te.ti.sjɛ̃/
The English word "dietician" is translated into French as diététicien.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Canadian French, the term La diététiste is used instead of diététicien(ne).
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form of diététicien is diététicienne.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of diététicien is /dje.te.ti.sjɛ̃/. It has 4 syllables.
Did you know?
- The French word diète refers specifically to a restrictive medical diet, whereas the English 'diet' often refers to one's general daily food intake. A French person talking about their diète is usually referring to a clinical prescription.
- In France, a diététicien is a technician, while a médecin nutritionniste is a medical doctor. An English speaker might assume both terms are interchangeable, but in France they represent different levels of medical authority.
- French speakers often use the phrase faire un régime to describe the act of dieting. A diététicien is the professional who helps a patient faire un régime to achieve a health goal.
Examples in context
- Je consulte un diététicien pour mon régime alimentaire.I am consulting a dietician for my diet.
- La diététicienne m'a recommandé de manger plus de légumes.The dietician advised me to eat more vegetables.
- Les diététiciens jouent un rôle essentiel dans la promotion d'une alimentation équilibrée.Dieticians play a crucial role in promoting balanced nutrition.
- Mon nutritionniste m'a conseillé de limiter ma consommation de sucre.My dietician/nutritionist advised me to limit my sugar intake.
- Je vais voir le spécialiste de la nutrition pour obtenir des conseils sur mon alimentation.I am going to see the nutrition specialist to get advice on my diet.
- Je consulte une diététiste pour établir un programme alimentaire adapté à mes besoins.I am consulting a dietician to establish a personalized meal plan.
- Je dois consulter un diététicien.I need to consult a dietician.
- Mon diététicien m'a donné un programme.My dietician gave me a program.
- Est-ce que ce diététicien est bon ?Is this dietician good?
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are talking about health habits.
- LucasJe veux changer mon alimentation, Lucas.I want to change my diet, Lucas.
- LéaTu devrais consulter un diététicien.You should consult a dietician.
- LucasEst-ce que tu en connais un ?Do you know one?
- LéaOui, je peux te donner ses coordonnées.Yes, I can give you his contact details.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry diététicien, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
