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Respiratory

🇬🇧 UK //ˌrɛspəˈrətəri// 🇺🇸 US //ˌrɛspəˈrɛtɔri//

Meaning of Respiratory

Relating to the process of breathing or the organs involved in it.

In simple words: Related to breathing and the lungs.

Respiratory in a sentence

• The respiratory system is crucial for breathing and supplying oxygen.
• She was diagnosed with a respiratory infection that affected her lungs.
• Respiratory therapists help patients with lung issues.
• Respiratory diseases can be life-threatening if not treated properly.
• Exposure to pollutants can lead to severe respiratory problems.

How to use Respiratory

Used primarily in medical contexts. Avoid casual conversation. Can describe diseases or conditions related to the lungs.

Grammar pattern

adjective + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'respiratory' as relating to 'respire', which means to breathe.

Related words

Collocations with Respiratory

• respiratory issues
• respiratory diseases
• respiratory function
• respiratory distress
• respiratory care

Synonyms for Respiratory

• pulmonary
• breathing
• lung-related
• airway
• ventilatory

Common mistakes with Respiratory

• Confused with 'respirator', which is a device for breathing.
• Using it in non-medical contexts incorrectly.
• Spelling mistakes, such as 'respiritory'.

Frequently asked questions about Respiratory

What does Respiratory mean?

Related to breathing and the lungs.

What is the definition of Respiratory?

Relating to the process of breathing or the organs involved in it.

How do you use Respiratory in a sentence?

The respiratory system is crucial for breathing and supplying oxygen.

Can you give another example of Respiratory?

She was diagnosed with a respiratory infection that affected her lungs.

What are synonyms for Respiratory?

Common alternatives include pulmonary, breathing, lung-related, airway, ventilatory.

What words go with Respiratory?

It commonly pairs with respiratory issues, respiratory diseases, respiratory function, respiratory distress, respiratory care.

What are common mistakes when using Respiratory?

Confused with 'respirator', which is a device for breathing. Using it in non-medical contexts incorrectly. Spelling mistakes, such as 'respiritory'.

How do you pronounce Respiratory?

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

Is Respiratory formal or informal?

"Respiratory" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Respiratory?

Used primarily in medical contexts. Avoid casual conversation. Can describe diseases or conditions related to the lungs.