How to Say "Posture" in French

posture

/pɔs.tyʁ/feminine

The French word for 'posture' is posture.

posture is a noun used to refer to the position of the body.

Meaning: position of body (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

The word has two syllables and is pronounced /pɔs.tyʁ/.

In French equestrian circles, posture is critical, but riders often speak of their assiette (literally 'seat') to describe the specific 'posture' of the pelvis on a horse.
The French language distinguishes between posture, which is a general position, and maintien, which refers specifically to the grace and dignity of one's 'posture'.
In French, posture is used metaphorically in politics and psychology to describe a 'stance' or a strategic pose taken to impress others, rather than just a physical position.

Le yoga peut améliorer ta posture.
Yoga can improve your posture.
This sentence shows how yoga can improve your posture.
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De nombreux problèmes de dos peuvent être attribués à une mauvaise posture assise.
A lot of back problems can be attributed to poor sitting posture.
This sentence illustrates how back problems can be linked to a poor sitting posture.
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Maintenez une bonne position
Maintain a good posture
J'aime sa manière de se tenir
I like his/her posture
J'aime sa manière de se tenir, elle semble toujours très confiante
I like her posture, she always appears very confident
Il est important de maintenir une bonne posture pour éviter les problèmes de dos
It is important to maintain a good posture to avoid back problems
Sa posture est très droite quand il marche.
His posture is very straight when he walks.
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Nathan and Emma are at the gym.

Nathan

Emma, attention à ta posture pendant cet exercice.
Emma, watch your posture during this exercise.
Emma

Merci Nathan, je vais essayer de me redresser.
Thanks Nathan, I will try to straighten up.
Nathan

C'est important pour ne pas te faire mal.
It is important so you don't hurt yourself.
Emma

Tu as raison, je fais plus attention maintenant.
You are right, I am paying more attention now.

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