Meaning of "varicose" in English

"Varicose" refers to veins that are enlarged, swollen, and often appear twisted, primarily due to weakened valves or walls within the vein. This condition, known as varicose veins, typically affects the legs and is often associated with aching pain, discomfort, or a heavy feeling in the affected limbs. Varicose veins can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, obesity, pregnancy, and prolonged standing or sitting. While they are commonly harmless, they can sometimes lead to more serious complications if not addressed.

Meaning of "varices" in French

In French, "varices" describes a medical condition characterized by abnormally enlarged veins, most commonly in the legs. These veins are often visible as blue or dark purple under the skin and may have a twisted, bulging appearance. The condition is quite similar to its English counterpart, involving similar causes such as prolonged standing, pregnancy, advanced age, and a family history of varicose veins. "Varices" can lead to discomfort and pain, and in some cases, require medical intervention.

Pronunciation of "varicose" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈvær.ɪˌkoʊs]

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, "varicose" is typically pronounced with a softer "o" sound, while in British English, it may sound slightly more open or rounder. Slight regional accents may vary but generally adhere to this phonetic structure.

Pronunciation of "varices" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [va.ʁis]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "varices" is generally consistent across different French-speaking regions, though there might be subtle variations in intonation or emphasis, particularly between metropolitan French and Canadian French.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. She wore compression stockings to alleviate the discomfort caused by her varicose veins.
    (Elle portait des bas de compression pour soulager l'inconfort causé par ses varices.)

  2. The doctor recommended surgery to remove the varicose veins.
    (Le médecin a recommandé une intervention chirurgicale pour retirer les varices.)

  3. Varicose veins can often be prevented through regular exercise and a healthy diet.
    (Les varices peuvent souvent être prévenues par un exercice régulier et une alimentation saine.)

  4. His job as a teacher required him to stand a lot, worsening his varicose condition.
    (Son travail de professeur exigeait qu'il reste beaucoup debout, aggravant sa condition de varices.)

  5. She noticed her legs felt less heavy after treating the varicose veins.
    (Elle a remarqué que ses jambes se sentaient moins lourdes après avoir traité les varices.)

  6. There are several non-surgical treatments available for varicose veins today.
    (Il existe aujourd'hui plusieurs traitements non chirurgicaux pour les varices.)

  7. The nurse explained how varicose veins form due to valve malfunctions in the veins.
    (L'infirmière a expliqué comment les varices se forment en raison de dysfonctionnements des valves dans les veines.)

  8. Pregnant women are more susceptible to developing varicose veins.
    (Les femmes enceintes sont plus susceptibles de développer des varices.)

  9. He found that elevating his legs helped reduce varicose swelling.
    (Il a trouvé que surélever ses jambes aidait à réduire le gonflement des varices.)

  10. Patients with severe varicose veins might need a medical evaluation.
    (Les patients avec des varices sévères peuvent avoir besoin d'une évaluation médicale.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "varicose" in English

Synonyms: swollen, enlarged, distended, bulging, dilated

Antonyms: healthy, normal, shrunken, reduced, contracted

Similar Words: vascular, venous, circulatory, arterial, phlebitis

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "varices" in French

Synonyms: veines gonflées, veines distendues, veines dilatées, veines enflées, varicosités

Antonyms: veines saines, veines normales, veines réduites, veines contractées, veines régulières

Similar Words: circulatoire, veineux, artériel, phlébite, vasculaire

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