convalescence

noun kohn-va-leh-SAHNS Rare

Usage Note

Convalescence refers to the gradual recovery period following illness or surgery. The related adjective and noun is convalescent(e) ('a convalescent'). In France, maison de convalescence ('convalescence home') is distinct from a retirement home (maison de retraite) and provides short-term post-acute care. The verb se remettre is the everyday way to say 'to recover'.

Examples

"Il est en convalescence depuis son opération."

Natural Translation

He has been convalescing since his operation.

Literal Translation

He is in convalescence since his operation.

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