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    Convaleciente (en. Convalescent)

    /kon.va.le.θiˈen.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person recovering from an illness or surgery.
    The convalescent needs to rest properly to recover.
    El convaleciente necesita descansar adecuadamente para recuperarse.
    An individual who has overcome a critical phase of an illness.
    Doctors examine the convalescent to ensure their recovery is on the right track.
    Los médicos examinan al convaleciente para asegurarse de que su recuperación va por buen camino.
    A person who requires special attention during their recovery process.
    The hospital has an area dedicated to convalescents.
    El hospital tiene un área dedicada para los convalecientes.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'convalescens', meaning 'beginning to be strong again'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in convalescence
    In the process of recovery from an illness.
    en convalecencia
    care of the convalescent
    Special attention directed to individuals who are in the recovery phase.
    cuidado del convaleciente

    Related Words

    convalesce
    To recover from an illness or a medical intervention.
    convalecer
    recovery
    The process of returning to a normal state of health.
    recuperación
    sick person
    A person suffering from an illness.
    enfermo

    Slang Meanings

    It is said of someone who is in the process of recovery.
    We found my friend in 'convalescent mode' after the operation.
    A mi amigo lo encontramos en modo 'convaleciente' después de la operación.