Word: Flu

Pronunciation

/fluː/

Definitions

• Noun: An infectious viral illness that affects the respiratory system, causing fever, chills, coughing, sore throat, runny nose, muscle aches, and fatigue. It is commonly known as influenza.

Example Sentence:

• "The flu season has hit our city hard, with many people falling ill."

Phrases

• “Catch the flu”: To become infected with the influenza virus.
  • Example: “I caught the flu last week and had to stay home from work.”
• “Flu shot”: A vaccine given to protect against the flu.
  • Example: “Getting a flu shot every year can significantly reduce your chances of getting the flu.”
• “Flu symptoms”: The signs and symptoms associated with the flu.
  • Example: “He recognized the early flu symptoms and immediately began taking medication.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The doctor diagnosed her with the flu after she experienced high fever and body aches for three days.”
• “She was advised to get plenty of rest and fluids to recover from the flu quickly.”

Synonyms

• Influenza
• Grippe
• Viral infection
• Febrile illness
• Cold (Note: While “cold” is related, it typically refers to a milder upper respiratory infection, not the actual flu.)