Le stress
Example: Le stress prolongé peut causer des problèmes de santé graves.
Definition
"Le stress" refers to the body's physical and emotional response to challenging or threatening situations, which can affect mental and physical health. Prolonged "le stress" may lead to serious health problems, including anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular issues.
Etymology
The term "le stress" was borrowed into French from the English word "stress," which originated in the early 17th century from the Latin word 'stringere,' meaning to tighten or draw tight. Did you know? The medical use of "le stress" became popular in the 20th century, particularly through the work of endocrinologist Hans Selye.
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"Le stress" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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