A1 noun Neutral

ward

/wɔːrd/

A ward is a large room or a specific area in a hospital where patients stay and receive care. It usually contains several beds and is organized by the type of medical treatment provided.

Beispiele

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The nurse is working in the children's ward today.

The medical worker is performing duties in the area for sick children.

2

Access to the maternity ward is restricted to family members only.

Only family can enter the section where new babies are born.

3

I am going to the ward to see my grandfather.

I am visiting the hospital room where my grandfather is staying.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
ward
Verb
ward
Adjektiv
ward-based
Verwandt
warden
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Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Gu-ard' protecting a 'W-ard'. They both relate to protection and care.

Schnelles Quiz

The patient was moved to the surgical ____ after his operation.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: ward

Beispiele

1

The nurse is working in the children's ward today.

everyday

The medical worker is performing duties in the area for sick children.

2

Access to the maternity ward is restricted to family members only.

formal

Only family can enter the section where new babies are born.

3

I am going to the ward to see my grandfather.

informal

I am visiting the hospital room where my grandfather is staying.

4

The study analyzed patient recovery rates across different surgical wards.

academic

The research looked at how fast patients got better in different surgery areas.

5

The hospital plans to renovate the geriatric ward next year.

business

The medical facility intends to fix the area for elderly patients next year.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
ward
Verb
ward
Adjektiv
ward-based
Verwandt
warden

Häufige Kollokationen

maternity ward the hospital area for childbirth and new mothers
hospital ward a large room in a hospital for several patients
surgical ward an area for patients who have had or need surgery
ward round a regular visit by doctors to check on patients
general ward a standard area for patients with various health issues

Häufige Phrasen

ward round

a scheduled visit by a doctor to see all patients in a ward

maternity ward

the specialized area for women giving birth

psychiatric ward

an area for patients with mental health conditions

Wird oft verwechselt mit

ward vs word

A 'word' is a unit of language, while a 'ward' is a hospital room.

ward vs wardrobe

A 'wardrobe' is furniture for clothes; a 'ward' is a section of a building.

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Nutzungshinweise

The word 'ward' is most commonly used in British English to describe hospital sections. In the United States, words like 'unit' or 'wing' are often used instead.

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Häufige Fehler

Don't confuse the noun 'ward' with the verb phrase 'ward off,' which means to prevent or deflect something bad.

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Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Gu-ard' protecting a 'W-ard'. They both relate to protection and care.

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Wortherkunft

From the Old English 'weard', meaning a guarding or a piece of ground that is protected.

Grammatikmuster

countable noun: one ward, two wards used with prepositions: 'in the ward' or 'on the ward' often acts as a compound noun: 'emergency ward'
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Kultureller Kontext

In many modern healthcare systems, the traditional 'open ward' with many beds is being replaced by private or semi-private rooms to improve patient privacy and hygiene.

Schnelles Quiz

The patient was moved to the surgical ____ after his operation.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: ward

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surgeon

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A surgeon is a specially trained doctor who performs operations on patients. They use tools to cut into the body to repair damage, remove diseased parts, or improve health.

psychologist

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A psychologist is a professional who studies the human mind and behavior. They help people understand their feelings and solve emotional problems through talking and therapy.

anesthesiologist

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A doctor who gives patients medicine so they do not feel pain during surgery. They also monitor the patient's breathing and heart rate while the patient is asleep during an operation.

cardiologist

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A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the study, diagnosis, and treatment of heart conditions. They help patients manage heart diseases and issues related to blood vessels.

pediatrician

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A pediatrician is a special doctor who looks after the health of babies, children, and teenagers. They help young people stay healthy and treat them when they are sick or injured.

radiologist

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A radiologist is a doctor who looks at special pictures like X-rays or MRI scans. They help other doctors understand what is happening inside a patient's body.

gynecologist

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A gynecologist is a special doctor who looks after women's health. They specifically help with the female reproductive system and pregnancy.

ophthalmologist

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A special doctor who takes care of eyes. They can check your vision, give you medicine for eye problems, and do surgery if needed.

intensive care unit

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A special department in a hospital that provides constant medical treatment for people who are very seriously ill or injured. It contains advanced medical equipment and a high ratio of doctors and nurses to patients.

operating room

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An operating room is a special room in a hospital where doctors perform medical operations or surgeries. It is a very clean and sterile place filled with lights, monitors, and tools used to help patients.

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