symptoms
word · lemma: symptom
/ˈsɪmptəmz/
SIMP-tuhmz
/sˈɪmptəmz/
SIMP-tuhmz
Definition
Symptoms are physical or mental signs that show you may be sick or have a medical condition. Common examples include pain, fever, cough, or feeling tired.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in medical contexts. We commonly say 'have symptoms', 'show symptoms', 'mild symptoms', and 'flu symptoms'. 'Symptom' is often about illness, while 'sign' can be broader or more objective in medical use.
Spanish: síntomasPortuguese (BR): sintomasPortuguese (PT): sintomasChinese (Simplified): 症状Chinese (Traditional): 症狀Hindi: लक्षणArabic: أعراضBengali: উপসর্গRussian: симптомыJapanese: 症状Vietnamese: triệu chứngKorean: 증상Turkish: belirti - semptomUrdu: علامات - علاماتِ مرضIndonesian: gejala
Example Sentences
She has symptoms of the flu.
basic
Do you have any symptoms right now?
basic
The doctor asked about my symptoms.
basic
At first, I ignored the symptoms, but they got worse overnight.
natural
If your symptoms don't improve, you should call the clinic.
natural
He looked fine, but he was clearly showing symptoms of stress.
natural