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UK//ˈpeɪʃənts//US//ˈpeɪʃənts//

Meaning of Patients

Individuals receiving medical care or treatment from healthcare professionals.

In simple words: People who receive medical treatment.

Patients in a sentence

  • The doctor checked on her patients regularly.
  • Patients often feel anxious before surgery.
  • During the pandemic, many patients opted for virtual consultations.
  • Patients with chronic illnesses require long-term care.
  • We need to ensure all patients are treated equally.

How to use Patients

Used in medical and healthcare contexts to refer to people seeking or receiving care. Avoid using in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

noun, plural

Memory hint

Think of 'patience' when waiting; patients need patience while receiving care.

Related words

Collocations with Patients

  • treat patients
  • hospital patients
  • patients' rights

Synonyms for Patients

Opposites of Patients

Common mistakes with Patients

  • Confused with 'patience'; remember, 'patients' refers to people, while 'patience' is a quality.
  • Using 'patient' as a plural; 'patients' is the correct plural form.
  • Mixing genders; patients can be any gender, but often mistakenly referred to as male.

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Frequently asked questions about Patients

What does Patients mean?

People who receive medical treatment.

What is the definition of Patients?

Individuals receiving medical care or treatment from healthcare professionals.

How do you use Patients in a sentence?

The doctor checked on her patients regularly.

Can you give another example of Patients?

Patients often feel anxious before surgery.

What are synonyms for Patients?

Common alternatives include clients, individuals, receivers.

What is the opposite of Patients?

Opposite meanings include stubborn, impatient.

What words go with Patients?

It commonly pairs with treat patients, hospital patients, patients' rights.

What are common mistakes when using Patients?

Confused with 'patience'; remember, 'patients' refers to people, while 'patience' is a quality. Using 'patient' as a plural; 'patients' is the correct plural form. Mixing genders; patients can be any gender, but often mistakenly referred to as male.

How do you pronounce Patients?

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

When should I use Patients?

Used in medical and healthcare contexts to refer to people seeking or receiving care. Avoid using in casual conversations.