French · Body & Health
"Diet" in French: alimentation
l'alimentation
Note: weight-loss diet: le régime
Diet in French as everyday food habits is l'alimentation, feminine. A weight-loss diet is le régime. Surveille ton alimentation means watch what you eat.
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How to pronounce alimentation
Say it
a-lee-mahn-tah-SYOHN
/a.li.mɑ̃.ta.sjɔ̃/
Alimentation: a-lee-mahn-tah-SYOHN. The t before ion is soft. Régime is ray-ZHEEM.
"Diet" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| l'alimentation | diet / eating habits Health and nutrition talk. | Health and nutrition talk. |
| une alimentation saine | a healthy diet Doctor or lifestyle advice. | Doctor or lifestyle advice. |
| le régime | weight-loss diet Cutting calories, not general food habits. | Cutting calories, not general food habits. |
| changer d'alimentation | to change one's diet Lifestyle shift. | Lifestyle shift. |
How to use alimentation in real life
- 1Doctor visit
Il faut revoir ton alimentation ce mois-ci.
You need to rethink your diet this month.
Alimentation for overall habits.
- 2Meal prep chat
Mon alimentation est plus légère depuis janvier.
My diet has been lighter since January.
Possessive with alimentation.
- 3Label reading
Cette alimentation convient aux sportifs.
This diet suits athletes.
Product or plan context.
Mistakes English speakers make with alimentation
Incorrect: Je fais une alimentation pour maigrir.
Correct: Je fais un régime pour maigrir.
Weight-loss plans use régime; alimentation is broader eating habits.
Incorrect: Mon diet est mauvais.
Correct: Mon alimentation est mauvaise.
Use alimentation, not English diet.
Good to know
French doctors talk about alimentation équilibrée more than crash diets. Régime can sound temporary; long-term advice stays on légumes, protéines, and less sucre.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
After a check-up
ChatPal
Le médecin a parlé de ton alimentation ?
Did the doctor talk about your diet?
You
Oui. Il veut une alimentation plus riche en fibres.
Yes. He wants a diet richer in fiber.
ChatPal
Pas un régime strict, juste une meilleure alimentation.
Not a strict diet—just better eating habits.
You
Exact. Je commence dès ce soir.
Exactly. I'll start tonight.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Diet" in French
How do you say diet in French?
L'alimentation for habits; le régime for a weight-loss diet.
How do you say healthy diet?
Une alimentation saine.
Is régime the same as alimentation?
No. Régime is usually a temporary weight-loss plan.
How do you pronounce alimentation?
a-lee-mahn-tah-SYOHN.
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