传染病
流感是一种常见的传染病。
Influenza is a common communicable disease.
A disease that can be transmitted from one person or organism to another, typically through direct contact, airborne particles, or other vectors.
医生建议接种疫苗以预防传染病的传播。
Doctors recommend vaccination to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Transmission can occur through various means, including respiratory droplets, contaminated surfaces, or bodily fluids.
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Pro Tip
Medical Context
Always use 传染病 in medical or epidemiological discussions, not for general illnesses.
Gold Rule
Precision
Distinguish between 传染病 (communicable) and 传染性疾病 (infectious disease) in formal contexts.
Word Origin
Composed of 传染 (transmit) + 病 (disease), reflecting the nature of diseases that spread between individuals.
Usage Notes
In medical contexts, 传染病 specifically refers to diseases with infectious agents like viruses or bacteria. Avoid using it for non-infectious conditions.