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    Dolencias (en. Ailments)

    /doˈlenθjas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of diseases or symptoms that affect a person.
    The doctor asked him about his ailments and gave him a check-up.
    El médico le preguntó por sus dolencias y le hizo un chequeo.
    A sensation of discomfort or pain in a part of the body.
    The ailments in his back prevented him from working.
    Las dolencias en su espalda le impidieron trabajar.
    Health problems of a mild or moderate nature.
    Winter ailments are more common in these temperatures.
    Las dolencias de invierno son más comunes en estas temperaturas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'dolentia', meaning 'suffering' or 'pain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    everyday ailments
    Symptoms or discomforts felt in daily life.
    dolencias cotidianas
    ailments of the soul
    Emotional or psychological problems.
    dolencias del alma
    there is no pain without ailments
    Health cannot be assessed without knowing suffering.
    no hay dolor sin dolencias

    Related Words

    pain
    Unpleasant sensation that can be physical or emotional.
    dolor
    condition
    Alteration of health or functioning of an organ.
    afección
    suffering
    State of physical or emotional discomfort.
    sufrimiento

    Slang Meanings

    To feel unwell
    Today I have some ailments that are keeping me from going out.
    Hoy tengo unas dolencias que no me dejan salir.
    To complain about health problems
    He is always talking about his ailments.
    Siempre está hablando de sus dolencias.