IRM
In French, MRI is translated as IRM.
IRM is the abbreviation used for magnetic resonance imaging.
Meaning: magnetic resonance imaging (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The acronym is reversed in French compared to English.
Did you know?
- While IRM is the standard medical term, patients often refer to the experience simply as passer une radio, even when the machine is not using X-rays.
- In French medical jargon, the phrase passer une IRM is the standard way to say 'to have an MRI'.
- The reversal from 'MRI' to IRM is common in many Romance languages, as they often place the descriptive noun after the subject, such as 'imagerie par résonance magnétique'.
Examples in context
- L'IRM était négative.The MRI was negative.This sentence shows how to describe the result of an IRM.Tatoeba #11349828 by lbdx, translation #4494726 by CK
- Je dois être honnête, j'étais un peu nerveux la première fois que j'ai passé une IRM.I have to be honest. I was a little bit nervous the first time I had an MRI scan.This sentence is useful for expressing nervousness when undergoing an IRM.Tatoeba #1406755 by sacredceltic, translation #953481 by CK
- Un certain nombre de techniques d'imagerie sont utilisées en radiologie, comme les rayons X, l'IRM et les ultrasons.A number of imaging techniques are employed in radiology, such as X-ray, MRI, and ultrasound.This sentence lists IRM alongside other radiology techniques like X-ray and ultrasound.Tatoeba #10902051 by lbdx, translation #10888570 by Auride
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Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are discussing a doctor's appointment.
- NathanLe docteur veut que je passe une IRM du genou.The doctor wants me to have an MRI of my knee.
- ManonEst-ce que tu as déjà fait une IRM ?Have you ever had an MRI before?
- NathanNon, c'est la première fois pour moi.No, it's the first time for me.
- ManonNe t'inquiète pas, Nathan, c'est sans douleur.Don't worry, Nathan, it's painless.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
