comprimés de fer
The English phrase "iron pills" is translated into French as comprimés de fer.
Did you know?
- While comprimé is the technical term for a tablet, French speakers often use the more general word pilule for any pill, though pilule can also be a slang term for birth control.
- In French, fer is used in the idiom à fer et à feu, meaning to do something with extreme violence or total determination.
- In French culture, saying someone has a main de fer (iron hand) refers to strict leadership, often paired with un gant de velours (a velvet glove).
Examples in context
- Avez-vous des comprimés de fer en vente libre ?Do you have any over-the-counter iron tablets?
- Tu devrais prendre des cachets de fer chaque matin pour combattre la fatigue.You should take iron pills every morning to combat fatigue.
- Je prends des comprimés de fer tous les matins.I take iron pills every morning.
- Est-ce que ces comprimés de fer sont efficaces ?Are these iron pills effective?
Example conversation
Hugo and Chloé are talking about health at home.
- HugoTu te sens toujours fatiguée, Chloé ?Do you still feel tired, Chloé?
- ChloéOui, je commence des comprimés de fer demain.Yes, I am starting iron pills tomorrow.
- HugoC'est une bonne idée pour ton énergie.That is a good idea for your energy.
- ChloéJ'espère que ça va m'aider rapidement.I hope that it will help me quickly.
