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neumonía

English translation of neumonía

pneumonia

The Spanish word 'neumonía' translates to 'pneumonia' in English. It is a noun and refers to a severe lung disease that causes inflammation of the air sacs in one or both lungs. These air sacs may fill with fluid, causing symptoms such as cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing. The term is most commonly used in a medical context.


Example sentences using: neumonía

Maria tiene neumonía y no puede ir a la escuela.

English translation of Maria tiene neumonía y no puede ir a la escuela.

Maria has pneumonia and cannot go to school.

In this sentence, Maria, the subject, is said to have pneumonia, which is why she can't go to school. The phrase shows how to use 'neumonía' to describe someone's health status.

Estoy preocupado porque mi abuelo tiene neumonía.

English translation of Estoy preocupado porque mi abuelo tiene neumonía.

I'm worried because my grandfather has pneumonia.

In this sentence, the speaker expresses concern about their grandfather who has pneumonia. 'Neumonía' is used to express concern for someone else's health.

La neumonía puede ser mortal si no se trata.

English translation of La neumonía puede ser mortal si no se trata.

Pneumonia can be fatal if not treated.

This sentence speaks about the seriousness of pneumonia and emphasizes the importance of treatment. 'Neumonía' is used here in a general, informative context.

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