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Malaria

UK //məˈlɛəriə//US //məˈlɛəriə//

Definition

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

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

Examples

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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

malaria prevention
malaria treatment
malaria transmission

Synonyms

blood infection
tropical fever
mosquito-borne illness

Common mistakes

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