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UK//pʊə hɛlθ//US//pʊr hɛlθ//

Meaning of Poor health

A state of physical or mental illness or weakness.

In simple words: Not being healthy or feeling sick.

Poor health in a sentence

  • She has been suffering from poor health for several months.
  • His poor health prevented him from participating in sports.
  • The community took action to support those in poor health.
  • After the accident, his poor health was evident to everyone.
  • Poor health can significantly affect one's quality of life.
  • Experts warn that poor health can lead to more serious issues.

How to use Poor health

Use 'poor health' to describe someone's physical or mental condition. It is generally appropriate in medical contexts and everyday discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'poor' as lacking resources, like energy or vitality.

Related words

Collocations with Poor health

  • suffer from poor health
  • maintain poor health
  • recognize poor health
  • deal with poor health
  • improve poor health

Synonyms for Poor health

  • ill health
  • bad health
  • weakness
  • fragility
  • unwellness

Common mistakes with Poor health

  • Confused with 'bad health' - 'poor health' is more commonly used.
  • Overusing in formal writing; it fits better in neutral conversations.
  • Using it too vaguely; it's better with a specific illness.

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Frequently asked questions about Poor health

What does Poor health mean?

Not being healthy or feeling sick.

What is the definition of Poor health?

A state of physical or mental illness or weakness.

How do you use Poor health in a sentence?

She has been suffering from poor health for several months.

Can you give another example of Poor health?

His poor health prevented him from participating in sports.

What are synonyms for Poor health?

Common alternatives include ill health, bad health, weakness, fragility, unwellness.

What words go with Poor health?

It commonly pairs with suffer from poor health, maintain poor health, recognize poor health, deal with poor health, improve poor health.

What are common mistakes when using Poor health?

Confused with 'bad health' - 'poor health' is more commonly used. Overusing in formal writing; it fits better in neutral conversations. Using it too vaguely; it's better with a specific illness.

How do you pronounce Poor health?

US: //pʊr hɛlθ//, UK: //pʊə hɛlθ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Poor health?

Use 'poor health' to describe someone's physical or mental condition. It is generally appropriate in medical contexts and everyday discussions.