Gripe (en. Flu)

/ˈgri.pe/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Common infectious disease known as the flu.
The flu can cause fever and body aches.
La gripe puede causar fiebre y dolores corporales.
Symptom or complaint about something that is bothersome.
She always has a flu about her job.
Siempre tiene una gripe sobre su trabajo.

Etymology

From the French 'grippe', which means flu.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have the flu
To be affected by the flu illness.
tener gripe
to get over the flu
To recover from the flu illness.
pasar la gripe
flu vaccine
Immunization to prevent the flu.
vacuna contra la gripe

Related Words

influenza
Viral infection that causes symptoms similar to the flu.
influenza
cold
Mild illness that can be confused with the flu.
refriado
symptom
Physical manifestation of an illness.
sintoma

Slang Meanings

To constantly complain about something.
Don't stop making a fuss about work problems.
No dejes de hacer gripe por los problemas del trabajo.
To be sick or not feel well.
I'm not going to work today, I have the flu.
Hoy no voy a ir a trabajar, estoy de gripe.