CEFR A2+ · The body / illness

illness

/ˈɪlnəs/ 📚 Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

A state of being unwell or sick, often caused by a disease or infection, that affects the body or mind.

Synonyms

sickness disease malady ailment

Antonyms

health wellness fitness

Translations

illness in your language

🇸🇦

عربي

حالة مرض أو اعتلال صحي.

🇵🇰

اردو

بیماری۔

🇮🇳

हिंदी

बीमारी या अस्वस्थता।

🇨🇳

中文

疾病或不适。

Easy Explanation

Illness means you are sick. Your body doesn't feel well. You might have a cold or a fever.

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Memory TipThink of 'ill' meaning sick; 'illness' is the state of being sick.

Contextual Examples

He missed school for a week because of a sudden illness (being sick).

Regular exercise can help prevent many common illnesses (health problems).

The doctor said her illness (sickness) was not serious and would pass quickly.

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