Renal Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈɹinəɫ/

REE-nuhl

UK

/ɹˈiːnəl/

ree-NUHL

Definition

Relating to the kidneys, especially in medical or scientific contexts.

Usage & Nuances

'Renal' is formal, typically used in medical, scientific, or technical language, not casual speech (say 'kidney' for that). Common phrases: 'renal failure', 'renal disease', 'renal function'. Do not use 'renal' as a noun.

• Spanish: renal - del riñón
• Portuguese (BR): renal - do rim
• Portuguese (PT): renal - do rim
• Chinese (Simplified): 肾的
• Chinese (Traditional): 腎的
• Hindi: गुर्दा सम्बन्धी
• Arabic: كلوي
• Bengali: বৃক্কীয়
• Russian: почечный
• Japanese: 腎臓の
• Vietnamese: thận
• Korean: 신장(의)
• Turkish: renal - böbrekle ilgili
• Urdu: گردے سے متعلق
• Indonesian: ginjal

Example Sentences

The doctor is checking her renal function.

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He was diagnosed with renal failure.

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A renal transplant can save lives.

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She needs ongoing treatment for her renal disease.

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His lab results show impaired renal function.

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People with diabetes are at higher risk for renal problems.

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