la blessure
injury
C'est un dommage fait au corps, comme une coupure ou une bosse, qui fait mal.
Definition & meaning
The French word blessure primarily refers to a physical injury or wound caused by an external force, such as a cut, a scrape, or a fracture. It is the result of trauma to the body.
In a figurative sense, the word is frequently used to describe emotional or psychological pain. A blessure can refer to an injury to one's pride, a deep emotional hurt, or a traumatic experience that affects a person's mental state.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- Part of speech: Noun, feminine.
- Gender: Feminine (une blessure).
Word origin: The word originates from the Old French bleçure, which is derived from the verb blesser (to wound or hurt). Blesser itself stems from the Old Low Franconian word blet-tjan, meaning "to bruise" or "to make wounded."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Plaie : A generic term for a wound, often specifically an open one.
- Lésion : A medical term for an area of damaged tissue.
- Traumatisme : Used for both physical and psychological shocks or injuries.
- Égratignure : A minor scratch or scrape.
- Choc : Often used in a figurative sense for an emotional blow.
Antonyms:
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Examples
La blessure semble un peu profonde.noun
The injury seems a bit deep.
Cette blessure doit être soignée rapidement.noun
This injury must be treated quickly.
Sa blessure guérit lentement avec le temps.noun
His injury heals slowly over time.
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