Injection Meaning in English
word
/ˌɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/
in-JEK-shuhn
/ɪndʒˈɛkʃən/
in-JEK-shuhn
Definition
An injection is a method of putting medicine or another substance into the body, usually by using a needle and syringe. It can also refer to the act of adding something into a system.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in medical contexts: 'get an injection,' 'give an injection.' Also used in technical areas (fuel injection in cars). Informal alternatives: 'shot.' Singular; 'injections' (plural) for multiple doses.
Spanish: inyecciónPortuguese (BR): injeçãoPortuguese (PT): injeçãoChinese (Simplified): 注射Chinese (Traditional): 注射Hindi: इंजेक्शनArabic: حقنةBengali: ইনজেকশনRussian: инъекцияJapanese: 注射Vietnamese: tiêmKorean: 주사Turkish: enjeksiyonUrdu: انجیکشنIndonesian: injeksi
Example Sentences
The nurse gave me an injection in my arm.
basic
He is afraid of getting an injection.
basic
This medicine is only available as an injection.
basic
The doctor said I need a flu injection before winter.
natural
My car has fuel injection instead of a carburetor.
natural
After the injection, my arm felt a bit sore but I was fine.
natural