La fiebre
Example: La fiebre alta puede indicar una infección grave en el cuerpo.
Definition
"La fiebre" is a medical condition characterized by an elevated body temperature above the normal range, often indicating an infection or illness. It serves as a natural response by the body to fight off harmful pathogens and can vary in severity and duration.
Etymology
The term "la fiebre" originates from the Latin word 'febris,' meaning fever. It has been used in Spanish for centuries to describe the common symptom of increased body heat due to illness. Did you know that ancient physicians observed fever as a sign of the body's defense mechanism?
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"La fiebre" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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