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health
health
sostantivo
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salute

salute

the state of being free from illness or injury

illness
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Daily exercise improves your overall health.
Eating fruits and vegetables is good for your health.
life
life
sostantivo
l
l
i
f
f
e
vita

vita

the state of existing as a person who is alive

death
death
sostantivo
d
d
ea
ɛ
th
θ
morte

morte

the fact or act of dying

birth
diet
diet
sostantivo
d
d
ie
aɪə
t
t
dieta

dieta

a set of food that is eaten to keep healthy, thin, etc.

energy
sostantivo
e
ɛ
n
n
e
ə
r
r
g
ʤ
y
i
energia

energia

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

habit
sostantivo
h
h
a
æ
b
b
i
ɪ
t
t
abito

abito

something that you regularly do almost without thinking about it, particularly one that is hard to give up or stop doing

illness
illness
sostantivo
i
ɪ
ll
l
n
n
e
ə
ss
s
malattia

malattia

the state of being physically or mentally sick

health
Innumerevole
disease
disease
sostantivo
d
d
i
ɪ
s
z
ea
i:
s
z
e
malattia

malattia

an illness in a human, animal, or plant that affects health

ache
ache
sostantivo
a
ch
k
e
dolore

dolore

a continuous pain in a part of the body, often not severe

earache
earache
sostantivo
ea
ɪ
r
r
a
ch
k
e
mal d'orecchi

mal d'orecchi

a pain inside the ear

What is an "earache"?

An earache typically refers to pain or discomfort experienced within the ear canal or the external ear. Common causes of earaches include ear infections, which can be either bacterial or viral and often result in inflammation and fluid buildup in the middle ear. Another frequent cause is the buildup of earwax, which can cause blockages and pressure on the eardrum. Additionally, injuries to the ear, such as from inserting objects into the ear canal or sudden changes in air pressure, like during air travel, can lead to ear pain. Sinus infections and dental problems can also cause earaches because of pain that moves from one area to another. Treatment depends on the underlying cause but often involves pain relief and addressing the root issue, such as with antibiotics for infections or ear drops for wax buildup.

headache
headache
sostantivo
h
h
ea
ɛ
d
d
a
ch
k
e
(mal di testa)

(mal di testa)

male alla testa

a pain in the head, usually persistent

What is a "headache"?

A headache refers to pain or discomfort experienced in the head or upper neck area. It can have various causes, including tension, stress, dehydration, lack of sleep, sinus infections, or underlying health conditions like migraines. Interestingly, different areas of head pain can signify different things. For instance, pain concentrated in the temples might indicate tension headaches, while throbbing pain on one side of the head could signal a migraine. Additionally, pain focused behind the eyes might suggest a sinus headache. Treatment often involves rest, hydration, over-the-counter pain relievers, and addressing any underlying issues contributing to the headache.

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Nome Composto
backache
backache
sostantivo
b
b
a
æ
ck
k
a
ch
k
e
mal di schiena

mal di schiena

a pain in someone's back

toothache
toothache
sostantivo
t
t
oo
u:
th
θ
a
ch
k
e
mal di denti

mal di denti

pain felt in a tooth or several teeth

What is a "toothache"?

A toothache refers to pain or discomfort experienced in or around a tooth. It can range from mild to intense and may be constant or come and go. Toothaches can have various causes, including tooth decay, cavities, gum disease, infection, or grinding of teeth. The pain may be focused at a specific tooth or spread to other areas of the jaw or head. Treatment often involves addressing the underlying cause, such as filling a cavity, treating an infection with antibiotics, or performing a root canal. Over-the-counter pain relievers or numbing ointments can help manage pain temporarily. However, it is essential to see a dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment to prevent further complications.

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Nome Composto
flu
flu
sostantivo
f
f
l
l
u
u:
influenzano

influenzano

an infectious disease similar to a bad cold, causing fever and severe pain

virus
virus
sostantivo
v
v
i
r
r
u
ə
s
s
virus

virus

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

effect
effect
sostantivo
e
ɪ
ff
f
e
ɛ
c
k
t
t
effetto

effetto

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

problem
sostantivo
p
p
r
r
o
ɑ:
b
b
l
l
e
ə
m
m
problema

problema

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

fever
fever
sostantivo
f
f
e
i:
v
v
e
ə
r
r
febbre

febbre

a condition when the body temperature rises, usually when we are sick

WHat is a "fever"?

A fever occurs when the body's temperature rises above its normal range, typically in response to an infection or illness. This increase in temperature helps the body fight off the infection by making it harder for bacteria and viruses to survive. Common symptoms of a fever include feeling hot, sweating, chills or shivering, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue. In most cases, a fever is not dangerous and can be managed at home with rest, plenty of fluids, and over-the-counter medications to reduce discomfort. However, if a fever lasts for more than a few days, is very high, or is accompanied by intense symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention.

cough
cough
sostantivo
c
k
ou
ɑ:
gh
f
tosse

tosse

the action of air coming out of our mouth with force

sneeze
sneeze
sostantivo
s
s
n
n
ee
i:
z
z
e
starnuto

starnuto

the act of blowing air out of your nose and mouth in a forceful way

What is a "sneeze"?

A sneeze is a sudden and uncontrolled release of air, often with mucus, from the nose and mouth, often accompanied by a unique sound. It is a reflex action triggered by irritation or stimulation of the nasal passages, such as from dust, allergens, or viruses. Sneezing helps to clear the nasal passages of irritants and is a natural defense mechanism of the body to protect the respiratory system from potential harm. While sneezing is usually harmless, it can sometimes be a symptom of an underlying condition, such as allergies or a cold.

cold
cold
sostantivo
c
k
o
l
l
d
d
freddo

freddo

a mild disease that we usually get when viruses affect our body and make us cough, sneeze, or have fever

sore throat
sore throat
sostantivo
uk flag
/sɔːr θroʊt/
mal di gola

mal di gola

a condition when you feel pain in the throat, usually caused by bacteria or viruses

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Nome Composto
medication
medication
sostantivo
m
m
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ɪ
c
k
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(medicazione)

(medicazione)

farmaco

something that we take to prevent or treat a disease, or to feel less pain

rest
rest
sostantivo
r
r
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
riposo

riposo

a period of relaxing, sleeping or doing nothing, especially after a period of activity

pill
pill
sostantivo
p
p
i
ɪ
ll
l
pillola

pillola

a small round medication we take whole when we are sick

What is a "pill"?

A pill is a solid dosage form of medication that is typically small and round, though it can come in various shapes and sizes, often coated to make it easier to swallow. Pills are designed to be swallowed whole and can have one or more active ingredients intended to treat specific health conditions. They are commonly used for a wide range of medications, including pain relievers, vitamins, antibiotics, and medications for chronic conditions like hypertension or diabetes.

patient
patient
sostantivo
p
p
a
t
ʃ
ie
ə
n
n
t
t
paziente

paziente

someone who is receiving medical treatment, particularly in a hospital or from a doctor

cure
cure
sostantivo
c
k
u
r
r
e
cura

cura

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

to live
Verbo
l
l
i
ɪ
v
v
e
(esistere)

(esistere)

vivere

to continue to exist or be alive

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Intransitivo
to die
to die
Verbo
d
d
ie
morire

morire

to no longer be alive

be born

Informazioni Grammaticali:

Intransitivo
need
sostantivo
n
n
ee
i:
d
d
bisogno

bisogno

a condition or situation in which something is necessary

to [go] to bed
to go to bed
Frase
uk flag
/ɡoʊ tə bɛd/
andare aletto

andare aletto

to lie down in your bed to sleep, whether at night or for a nap during the day

get up
stomachache
stomachache
sostantivo
s
s
t
t
o
ʌ
m
m
a
ə
ch
k
a
ch
k
e
mal di stomaco

mal di stomaco

a pain in or near someone's stomach

What is a "stomachache"?

A stomachache refers to pain or discomfort felt in the abdominal area. It can range from mild to intense and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, bloating, gas, or diarrhea. Stomachaches can have various causes, including indigestion, overeating, food poisoning, infections, menstrual cramps, or underlying conditions like gastritis or gastroenteritis. Treatment often involves rest, drinking plenty of fluids, avoiding spicy or fatty foods, and over-the-counter medications like antacids or pain relievers. In some cases, seeking medical attention may be necessary, especially if the pain is intense, constant, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.

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