pneumonia
Translation
pneumonia
Examples
He was diagnosed with pneumonia.
He was diagnosed with pneumonia.
Pneumonia can be a serious illness for the elderly.
Pneumonia can be a serious illness for the elderly.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) pneumonia He was diagnosed with pneumonia.
Similar Words
bronchitis, influenza
Etymology
From Greek 'pneuma' (breath, spirit) and 'pneumon' (lung).
Memory Tips
The 'p' is silent. Pronounce it 'new-moan-ya'. Think of it as a disease of the lungs.