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UK//məˈlɛəriə//US//məˈlɛəriə//

Meaning of Malaria

A serious disease caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes.

In simple words: A sickness caused by a mosquito bite.

Malaria in a sentence

  • Malaria is prevalent in many tropical regions of the world.
  • The symptoms of malaria include fever, chills, and fatigue.
  • Malaria can be fatal if not treated properly.
  • Travelers are advised to take precautions against malaria when visiting affected areas.
  • Many children suffer from malaria in remote villages.

How to use Malaria

Used in medical contexts; suitable for formal reports and discussions about health. Avoid casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

malaria + is + noun

Memory hint

Malaria sounds like 'mal' (bad) and 'aria' (song) - imagine a bad song sung by a mosquito.

Related words

Collocations with Malaria

  • malaria prevention
  • malaria treatment
  • malaria transmission

Synonyms for Malaria

  • blood infection
  • tropical fever
  • mosquito-borne illness

Common mistakes with Malaria

  • Confused with 'toxoplasmosis', another disease.
  • Using 'malarial' incorrectly as an adjective.
  • Mispronouncing the word.

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Frequently asked questions about Malaria

What does Malaria mean?

A sickness caused by a mosquito bite.

What is the definition of Malaria?

A serious disease caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes.

How do you use Malaria in a sentence?

Malaria is prevalent in many tropical regions of the world.

Can you give another example of Malaria?

The symptoms of malaria include fever, chills, and fatigue.

What are synonyms for Malaria?

Common alternatives include blood infection, tropical fever, mosquito-borne illness.

What words go with Malaria?

It commonly pairs with malaria prevention, malaria treatment, malaria transmission.

What are common mistakes when using Malaria?

Confused with 'toxoplasmosis', another disease. Using 'malarial' incorrectly as an adjective. Mispronouncing the word.

How do you pronounce Malaria?

US: //məˈlɛəriə//, UK: //məˈlɛəriə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Malaria?

Used in medical contexts; suitable for formal reports and discussions about health. Avoid casual conversations.