How do you say "For health" in French?

"For health" in French is "Pour la santé". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘For health’ in French

Q: What does "Pour la santé" mean in English?

"Pour la santé" means "For health" in English. Usage tip: [La santé] means "health," and [pour la santé] means "for your health" in a general way. French often uses the article here where English might not: [bon pour la santé].

Pour la santé

poor lah sahn-teh

[poor lah sahn-teh]

💬 Usage Tip: [La santé] means "health," and [pour la santé] means "for your health" in a general way. French often uses the article here where English might not: [bon pour la santé].

Phrase Breakdown

Pour

[poor]

For

Preposition indicating a purpose or intended result.

Example

C'est pour toi.

This is for you.

[lah]

the

Definite article used before a singular noun.

Example

La maison est grande.

The house is big.

santé

[sahn-teh]

health

The state of being free from illness or injury.

Example

Pour la santé, mangez des fruits.

For health, eat fruits.

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