Das Krankenhaus
Example: Das Krankenhaus behandelt täglich viele Patienten mit verschiedenen Krankheiten.
Definition
"Das Krankenhaus" refers to a medical facility where patients receive treatment and care for various illnesses and injuries. It serves as a place for diagnosis, surgery, recovery, and other healthcare services to improve patients' health.
Etymology
The word "das Krankenhaus" comes from the German words "krank" meaning 'sick' and "Haus" meaning 'house.' It literally translates to 'sick house,' indicating a place where the ill are cared for. Did you know that this term reflects the straightforward German approach to naming places?
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"Das Krankenhaus" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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