bon rétablissement
/bɔ̃ ʁe.ta.blis.mɑ̃/
The English phrase 'quick recovery' can be translated into French as bon rétablissement.
The phrase bon rétablissement is the standard way to wish someone a speedy recovery when they are sick or injured.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to 'good recovery', where bon means 'good' and rétablissement means 'recovery'.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because rétablissement is a masculine noun, the adjective bon remains in its masculine form.
How do you pronounce it?
The phrase has 4 syllables.
Did you know?
- In French, you might also use the phrase Bon courage to a sick person, but it focuses on the strength needed to endure the illness rather than the recovery itself.
- In French, the word rétablissement describes not just health, but also the restoration of a political regime or the reinstatement of a previous law.
- In a medical context, rétablissement is distinct from guérison, as the former emphasizes the return to a stable state and the latter emphasizes the curing of the disease.
Examples in context
- Je vous souhaite un bon rétablissement.I wish you a speedy recovery.
- Bon rétablissement à toute la famille.A quick recovery to the whole family.
- Elle lui a souhaité un bon rétablissement.She wished him a quick recovery.
Example conversation
Manon calls Nathan to check on him after his surgery.
- ManonComment te sens-tu aujourd'hui, Nathan ?How are you feeling today, Nathan?
- NathanUn peu fatigué, mais ça va mieux.A bit tired, but it is getting better.
- ManonJe te souhaite un bon rétablissement.I wish you a quick recovery.
- NathanMerci beaucoup, Manon, c'est gentil.Thank you very much, Manon, that's kind.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry bon rétablissement, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
