Fungal Meaning in English
word
ˈfəŋɡəɫ
FUHN-guhl
fˈʌŋɡəl
FUN-guhl
Definition
Relating to or caused by fungi, such as mushrooms or molds. Often used to describe diseases or conditions resulting from fungi.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in technical, medical, or scientific contexts (e.g., 'fungal infection'). Often paired with words like 'disease', 'growth', or 'spores'. Not used for edible mushrooms in cooking.
Spanish: fúngico - de hongosPortuguese (BR): fúngico - de fungoPortuguese (PT): fúngico - de fungosChinese (Simplified): 真菌的Chinese (Traditional): 真菌的Hindi: फंगल - फफूंदी से सम्बंधितArabic: فطريBengali: ছত্রাকজনিত - ফাঙ্গাসজনিতRussian: грибковыйJapanese: 真菌性Vietnamese: nấm (tính từ) - do nấm gây raKorean: 진균성 - 곰팡이성Turkish: mantar kaynaklı - fungal (tıbbi/teknik)Urdu: فنگل - پھپھوندی سے متعلقIndonesian: jamur
Example Sentences
A fungal infection can affect your skin.
basic
Doctors use special medicine to treat fungal diseases.
basic
Athlete’s foot is a common fungal problem.
basic
The damp weather made fungal growth appear on the walls.
natural
Antibiotics don't work on fungal infections, only antifungal medicines will.
natural
Some plants are very sensitive to fungal spores in the air.
natural