Enfermos (en. Sick)

/enˈfeɾ.mos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Group of people who are sick.
The sick in the hospital need attention.
Los enfermos en el hospital necesitan atención.
Deteriorated health status.
The sick from the epidemic were treated quickly.
Los enfermos de la epidemia fueron tratados rápidamente.
People who cannot perform normal activities due to their health condition.
The sick often have difficulty moving.
Los enfermos suelen tener dificultad para moverse.

Etymology

From the Latin 'infirmus', which means 'weak' or 'sick'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

terminally ill
Patients with irreversible diseases.
enfermos terminales
to care for the sick
To provide care to those who are sick.
cuidar a los enfermos
power sick
People who have an obsession with control or power.
enfermos de poder

Related Words

illness
Alteration of health status.
enfermedad
hospital
Health institution for the treatment of the sick.
hospital
cure
Process of recovery from an illness.
cura

Slang Meanings

To be unwell.
Today I feel sick, I think I'm going to miss class.
Hoy me siento enfermo, creo que voy a faltar a clase.
To feel very tired or exhausted.
After the party last night, I'm sick from exhaustion.
After the party last night, estoy enfermo de cansancio.