die Lungenentzündung
Translation
pneumonia
Examples
Er hat eine schwere Lungenentzündung.
He has severe pneumonia.
Die Lungenentzündung muss sofort behandelt werden.
The pneumonia must be treated immediately.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((sth.)) to have sth. He has pneumonia.
to suffer from ((sth.)) to suffer from sth. She is suffering from pneumonia.
Similar Words
Bronchitis (bronchitis)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Lungen' (lungs) and 'Entzündung' (inflammation).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as 'lung inflammation'. This direct translation makes it easy to remember.