A1 noun Neutral

X-ray

/ˈeks.reɪ/

An X-ray is a special photograph used by doctors to see bones and organs inside the body. It uses a type of radiation to create images that help identify injuries, such as broken bones or infections.

Beispiele

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1

I need to get an X-ray for my broken arm.

I need to get an X-ray for my broken arm.

2

The patient underwent a routine chest X-ray upon admission to the hospital.

The patient underwent a routine chest X-ray upon admission to the hospital.

3

The doc said the X-ray looks totally fine, so no worries.

The doc said the X-ray looks totally fine, so no worries.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
X-ray
Verb
X-ray
Adjektiv
X-ray
Verwandt
radiologist
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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'X' as standing for 'X-tra vision' that allows doctors to see through your skin to your bones.

Schnelles Quiz

The doctor needs to take an ___ to see if your leg is broken.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: X-ray

Beispiele

1

I need to get an X-ray for my broken arm.

everyday

I need to get an X-ray for my broken arm.

2

The patient underwent a routine chest X-ray upon admission to the hospital.

formal

The patient underwent a routine chest X-ray upon admission to the hospital.

3

The doc said the X-ray looks totally fine, so no worries.

informal

The doc said the X-ray looks totally fine, so no worries.

4

X-ray imaging remains a fundamental tool in diagnostic radiology for detecting pulmonary issues.

academic

X-ray imaging remains a fundamental tool in diagnostic radiology for detecting pulmonary issues.

5

The insurance company requires a copy of the dental X-ray before approving the claim.

business

The insurance company requires a copy of the dental X-ray before approving the claim.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
X-ray
Verb
X-ray
Adjektiv
X-ray
Verwandt
radiologist

Häufige Kollokationen

take an X-ray take an X-ray
chest X-ray chest X-ray
X-ray machine X-ray machine
digital X-ray digital X-ray
X-ray result X-ray result

Häufige Phrasen

X-ray vision

X-ray vision

X-ray room

X-ray room

undergo an X-ray

undergo an X-ray

Wird oft verwechselt mit

X-ray vs MRI

An MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves, while an X-ray uses ionizing radiation.

X-ray vs Ultrasound

An ultrasound uses sound waves to see soft tissues, whereas an X-ray is primarily used for bones.

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Nutzungshinweise

X-ray can be used as both the noun for the image and the verb for the action of taking the image. It is usually capitalized, but 'x-ray' is also acceptable in modern usage.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often say 'a X-ray' instead of 'an X-ray'; you must use 'an' because the letter 'X' is pronounced starting with a vowel sound (ex-ray).

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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'X' as standing for 'X-tra vision' that allows doctors to see through your skin to your bones.

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Wortherkunft

Named by its discoverer Wilhelm Röntgen in 1895, who used the letter 'X' to signify that the nature of these rays was unknown.

Grammatikmuster

Always use the article 'an' before X-ray. The plural form is 'X-rays'. Can be used as a transitive verb: 'The doctor X-rayed my leg'.
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western countries, dental X-rays are a routine part of preventative healthcare during yearly check-ups.

Schnelles Quiz

The doctor needs to take an ___ to see if your leg is broken.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: X-ray

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