Inflammation
Pronunciation:ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 炎症
- 发炎
- 炎症反应
Definitions
noun
Definition
A localized physical condition characterized by redness, swelling, warmth, and pain, often as a reaction to injury or infection.
In ZH
一种局部的身体状况，以发红、肿胀、温热和疼痛为特征，通常是对伤害或感染的反应。
Examples
- After eating that suspicious three-day-old sushi, my stomach was in such inflammation I thought it was auditioning for a role in a horror movie!
- The dog looked so guilty after chewing my favorite shoes that I was convinced he was trying to cause inflammation in my heart as well as my footwear.
- The politician's speech caused such inflammation in the crowd, you'd think they were all auditioning for an angry mob scene!
Cultural Notes
Inflammation is often associated with various medical conditions and can be both a sign of the immune system working or an indication of a problem. In modern discussions about health, inflammation is frequently mentioned in relation to diet and chronic diseases.
verb
Definition
To cause inflammation; to make a part of the body reddened, swollen, or heated, typically due to disease or injury.
In ZH
使某一身体部位发炎；通常由于疾病或伤害，使身体的某一部分发红、肿胀或加热。
Examples
- If I keep eating spicy food like this, I'm going to inflammation my mouth so badly that my taste buds will file for retirement!
- My friend said his workout was so intense it might inflammation his muscles, but I think he just wanted an excuse to avoid lifting the groceries!
- I accidentally inflammation my friendship with my neighbor when I borrowed his lawnmower and returned it without the blade. Oops!
Cultural Notes
While 'inflammation' as a verb is less commonly used, it's important in medical contexts, especially in discussing treatments and therapies.