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German word
Impfstoff
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈɪmp͡fˌʃtɔf/
Meaning
- masculine nounvaccine
Example
Der Impfstoff schützt vor Grippe.
The vaccine protects against the flu.
More examples
Ein mRNA-basierter Impfstoff lässt sich bei Bedarf rasch anpassen.
An mRNA-based vaccine can be adapted quickly when needed.
Core concept
A substance that gives the immune system a preview of a particular pathogen.
Common phrases
mRNA-basierter Impfstoff
mRNA-based vaccine
Similar words
Impfung: The administration of a vaccine to build protection against a disease.
Vakzin: A specialized term for a biological product that triggers an immune response.
Immunisierung: The process of developing immunity, or the immunity gained through it.
Definition in German
Ein Impfstoff ist eine Substanz, die das Immunsystem so stimuliert, dass es Schutz gegen einen bestimmten Erreger aufbaut.
Word origin
Impfstoff is a German compound formed from impfen, historically related to Latin imputare 'to graft', and Stoff 'substance'.
Usage tips
- Impfstoff names the substance, while Impfung names the act or process of vaccination.
Related words
- Impfstoffentwicklungvaccine developmentnoun
- Impfstoffkampagnevaccine campaignnoun