L'influenza
Example: Ogni inverno molte persone si ammalano di influenza.
Definition
"L'influenza" is a contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system, commonly occurring in seasonal outbreaks. It causes symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, and body aches, often leading to widespread illness, especially during winter months.
Translations
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the flu -
la gripe -
de griep -
la grip -
la grippe -
die Grippe -
a gripe
Etymology
The word "l'influenza" comes from the Italian term meaning 'influence,' originally referring to the supposed influence of the stars or cold air causing the illness. Over time, it came to denote the viral disease itself. Did you know that the term first appeared in the 18th century during widespread epidemics in Europe?
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