alveolus in French

alveolus in French is alvéoles pulmonaires, alvéole — alveolus means one of the many tiny sac-like pockets in lung tissue where the bronchioles end and gas exchange with the blood happens.

alveolus in French

alvéoles pulmonaires

noun

(anatomy) Any of the many tiny air sacs in the lungs in which the bronchioles terminate and where oxygen and carbon dioxide are rapidly exchanged with the pulmonary capillaries.

alvéole

noun

(anatomy) Any of the many tiny air sacs in the lungs in which the bronchioles terminate and where oxygen and carbon dioxide are rapidly exchanged with the pulmonary capillaries.

What does "alveolus" mean?

noun One of the many tiny sac-like pockets in lung tissue where the bronchioles end and gas exchange with the blood happens.
"Each alveolus is surrounded by tiny blood vessels that pick up oxygen from the air we breathe."
noun The bony socket in the jaw that holds the root of a tooth.
"After the tooth was removed, the dentist checked that the alveolus was healing properly."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

alveolus in a sentence

Each alveolus is surrounded by tiny blood vessels that pick up oxygen from the air we breathe.
Smoking can damage the delicate walls of the alveoli over time.
After the tooth was removed, the dentist checked that the alveolus was healing properly.
The root of the tooth sits inside the alveolus.

Similar words in French

dental alveolus pulmonary alveolus

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "alveolus" in French?

"alveolus" in French is alvéoles pulmonaires, alvéole. alveolus means: One of the many tiny sac-like pockets in lung tissue where the bronchioles end and gas exchange with the blood happens.

How do you use "alveolus" in a sentence?

Example: "Each alveolus is surrounded by tiny blood vessels that pick up oxygen from the air we breathe." In French, "alveolus" is alvéoles pulmonaires, alvéole.

Are there other ways to say "alveolus" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "alveolus": alvéoles pulmonaires, alvéole.

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