A2 adjective Neutral #457 más común

medical

/ˈmɛd.ɪ.kəl/

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

Ejemplos

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1

I need to go to the clinic for a medical check-up.

I need to go to the clinic for a health examination.

2

The patient's medical history was reviewed by the specialist.

The doctor looked at the patient's past health records.

3

She’s taking a few days off for a medical reason.

She is not working because she has a health issue.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
medicine
Verb
medicate
Adverbio
medically
Adjetivo
medical
Relacionado
medic
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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'MEDIC'. A medic provides medical help. Both start with 'med-', which comes from the idea of 'healing'.

Quiz rápido

If you are feeling very sick, you should seek ____ advice immediately.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: medical

Ejemplos

1

I need to go to the clinic for a medical check-up.

everyday

I need to go to the clinic for a health examination.

2

The patient's medical history was reviewed by the specialist.

formal

The doctor looked at the patient's past health records.

3

She’s taking a few days off for a medical reason.

informal

She is not working because she has a health issue.

4

Recent medical research suggests that this diet is very effective.

academic

New studies in the field of medicine show the diet works well.

5

The firm offers a comprehensive medical insurance plan to all staff.

business

The company provides a complete health insurance policy for workers.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
medicine
Verb
medicate
Adverbio
medically
Adjetivo
medical
Relacionado
medic

Colocaciones comunes

medical care health services provided by professionals
medical student a person studying to become a doctor
medical treatment the use of medicine or surgery to help a patient
medical center a building where people receive health services
medical records documents containing a patient's health information

Frases Comunes

medical emergency

a dangerous health situation needing immediate help

medical leave

time off from work due to illness

medical school

the university department where doctors are trained

Se confunde a menudo con

medical vs medicine

Medicine is a noun (the substance you take), while medical is an adjective (describing things related to health).

medical vs medicinal

Medicinal refers specifically to things that have healing properties, whereas medical is a broader term for the whole field.

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Notas de uso

Medical is almost always used as an adjective before a noun. It is a non-gradable adjective, meaning you cannot be 'very medical' or 'more medical'.

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Errores comunes

Learners often say 'medicine student' instead of the correct phrase 'medical student'. Use 'medical' when describing people, professions, or institutions.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'MEDIC'. A medic provides medical help. Both start with 'med-', which comes from the idea of 'healing'.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin word 'medicus', meaning a physician or doctor.

Patrones gramaticales

Used before a noun (attributive adjective) Non-gradable (no comparative or superlative forms)
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking countries, 'medical insurance' is a major topic of discussion regarding employment and social welfare.

Quiz rápido

If you are feeling very sick, you should seek ____ advice immediately.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: medical

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