Spanish word

conjuntivitis

Pronunciation

IPA/koŋxuntiˈβitis/

Meaning

  • feminine nounpink eye

Example

Tengo conjuntivitis.

I have pink eye.

Illustration for conjuntivitis (pink eye)

More examples

No puedo usar lentes de contacto por la conjuntivitis.

I can't wear contact lenses because of pink eye.

Core concept

Pink, watery eye with redness and sticky or watery discharge.

Common phrases

  • tener conjuntivitis

    have pink eye

  • sufrir conjuntivitis

    suffer from pink eye

Similar words

alergia: Allergic reaction to substances like pollen or dust that causes itchy, teary, or swollen eyes.
infección: Infection of the eye by bacteria or viruses causing severe redness and pus-like discharge.

Definition in Spanish

Inflamación de la membrana transparente llamada conjuntiva, que suele producir picor, enrojecimiento y secreción ocular.

Word origin

It is formed from conjunctiva (the transparent membrane covering the eye) plus the suffix -itis indicating inflammation.

Usage tips

  • In everyday speech people often describe the symptom instead of naming the disease, so phrases like 'me pica el ojo' or 'se me ha puesto rojo' commonly signal conjuntivitis.

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