French Phrase
Souviens-toi de RICE : repos, glace, compression, élévation.
Meaning
This sentence is a mnemonic reminder to apply the RICE method when treating a minor injury. It tells the listener to remember the four steps: rest the injured part, apply ice, use a compression bandage, and keep the limb elevated.
When to use
Use this phrase when giving first‑aid advice for sprains, strains, or bruises—whether you’re a coach, a parent, or a friend helping someone who just twisted an ankle.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Souviens-toideRICE:reposglacecompressionélévation
Souviens‑toi (imperative)
The verb *se souvenir* in the second‑person singular imperative attaches the reflexive pronoun with a hyphen: *souviens‑toi* (remember). It is informal; use *souvenez‑vous* for a polite/plural form.
de + infinitive/nom
After *souviens‑toi*, the preposition *de* introduces the thing that must be remembered.
RICE acronym
RICE stands for *Repos, Ice, Compression, Elevation* – a standard first‑aid protocol for sprains and strains.
List punctuation
In French, a colon introduces a list, and items are separated by commas. No conjunction is needed before the last item.
🗨In Conversation
Souviens-toi de RICE : repos, glace, compression, élévation.
Remember RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation.
Merci, je vais suivre ces étapes tout de suite.
Thanks, I’ll follow those steps right away.
✕Common Mistakes
Souviens vous de RICE...
The reflexive pronoun must be attached with a hyphen in the imperative: *souviens‑toi* (informal) or *souvenez‑vous* (formal).
repos, glace, compression, élévation
When referring to the *ice pack* you can also say *application de glace*; avoid using *glace* alone if the context isn’t clear.
Souviens‑toi de RECH : repos, élévation, compression, chaleur.
Do not translate the acronym into French letters; keep the English acronym *RICE* but explain the meaning in French.
↔Alternatives
N'oublie pas la méthode RICE : repos, glace, compression, élévation.
Don’t forget the RICE method: rest, ice, compression, elevation.
Rappel : repos, glace, compression, élévation.
Reminder: rest, ice, compression, elevation.
Applique RICE : repose, glace, compression, élévation.
Apply RICE: rest, ice, compression, elevation.
Cultural Tip
In French medical discourse, the RICE protocol is widely taught in sports clubs and schools. The word *glace* refers to a cold pack or crushed ice wrapped in a cloth; applying it directly to the skin is discouraged. Also, *souviens‑toi* is informal; in a professional setting you would say *souvenez‑vous* or simply *rappelez‑vous*.