blisters
word · lemma: blister
Definition
Blisters are small, raised areas on the skin filled with fluid, usually caused by rubbing, burns, or other skin damage.
Usage & Nuances
'Blisters' is most common for skin issues from friction (running, new shoes), but can also refer to burns or certain diseases. Used mainly in everyday, neutral language. Used in plural when you have more than one; 'a blister' for just one.
Spanish: ampollasPortuguese (BR): bolhasPortuguese (PT): bolhasChinese (Simplified): 水泡Chinese (Traditional): 水泡Hindi: फोड़ेArabic: بثورBengali: ফোসকাRussian: пузыриJapanese: 水ぶくれVietnamese: mụn nướcKorean: 물집Turkish: su kabarcıkları - su toplamalarıUrdu: چھالےIndonesian: lepuh
Example Sentences
I got blisters from wearing new shoes.
basic
Her hands have blisters after working in the garden.
basic
The sunburn gave him painful blisters on his shoulders.
basic
My feet are covered in blisters after yesterday's hike.
natural
If you pop those blisters, they might get infected.
natural
He gets blisters every time he plays guitar for too long.
natural