acne
word
Definition
A common skin condition where pimples or spots develop on the face or other parts of the body, often due to blocked pores.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as an uncountable noun (e.g., 'I have acne' not 'an acne'). Associated with teenagers but can happen at any age. Synonyms: 'pimples,' 'spots' (UK), or 'zits' (slang, US).
Spanish: acné - granosPortuguese (BR): acne - espinhaPortuguese (PT): acne - borbulhaChinese (Simplified): 痤疮 - 青春痘Chinese (Traditional): 痤瘡 - 青春痘Hindi: मुँहासेArabic: حب الشبابBengali: ফুসকুড়ি - ব্রণRussian: акне - прыщиJapanese: ニキビVietnamese: mụn trứng cáKorean: 여드름Turkish: akne - sivilceUrdu: مہاسےIndonesian: jerawat
Example Sentences
Many teenagers get acne during puberty.
basic
Washing your face daily can help prevent acne.
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She saw a doctor for her acne problems.
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Since using this cream, my acne has gotten much better.
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I thought acne would go away after high school, but I still get breakouts.
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Don’t worry, almost everyone gets acne at some point.
natural