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influenza

Pronunciation: [ɪnfluˈɛn zə]

Word

Learn how to use influenza in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) a type of illness caused by a virus that makes you feel very sick. It often spreads quickly and can make you have a fever, cough, and aches all over your body.

Example

Last winter, I caught influenza and had to rest for a whole week.

Example

She did not get influenza this year, unlike many of her friends.

Example

Do you know anyone who had influenza last season?

Context: “public health”

(noun) a contagious respiratory illness that can affect many people at the same time, especially during certain seasons, like winter.

Example

There is a vaccine available that can protect you from influenza.

Example

The number of people with influenza is not as high this year compared to last year.

Example

What measures can we take to prevent the spread of influenza?

How to pronounce influenza

Pronunciation: [ɪnfluˈɛn zə]

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