Fiebre (en. Fever)

/ˈfjebɾe/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Febrile state characterized by an increase in body temperature.
When you have a fever, it is important to rest and stay hydrated.
Cuando tienes fiebre, es importante descansar y hidratarse.
Disease or symptom associated with an increase in body temperature, often as a response to infections.
Fever is often an indicator that the body is fighting an infection.
La fiebre suele ser un indicativo de que el cuerpo lucha contra una infección.
In medicine, fever is a common symptom in many diseases.
The doctor said that fever can be caused by a variety of conditions.
El médico dijo que la fiebre puede ser causada por una variedad de condiciones.

Etymology

From Latin 'febris', which means 'fever'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

summer fever
Refers to the fever that can occur in hot climates.
fiebre de verano
to have a fever
Means to have an elevated body temperature.
tener fiebre
typhoid fever
Infectious disease caused by the Salmonella typhi bacteria.
fiebre tifoidea

Related Words

feverish
A person who has a fever.
afiebrado
temperature
Degree of body temperature.
tempera
health
General state of the body that can be affected by fever.
salud

Slang Meanings

State of extreme enthusiasm or excitement.
I was feverish about the new video game release.
Estaba a fiebre por el nuevo lanzamiento del videojuego.
Refers to a situation of intense trend or popularity.
The 'dance craze' fever is in style in the city.
La fiebre del 'bailoteo' está de moda en la ciudad.