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erkrankung
German → American English
American English
disease
medizinisch: Zustand, in dem jemand krank ist; Krankheit
Die Erkrankung wurde rechtzeitig behandelt.Use *Erkrankung* in more formal or medical contexts. In everyday speech, *Krankheit* is often more common. It is usually singular as a countable noun: *eine schwere Erkrankung*.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Erkrankung" mean in English?
"Erkrankung" means "disease" or more generally "illness/medical condition".
Is "Erkrankung" the same as "Krankheit"?
They are very close in meaning, but *Erkrankung* sounds more formal and medical, while *Krankheit* is more common in everyday language.
How do you use "Erkrankung" in a sentence?
You can say: *Die Erkrankung wurde früh erkannt.* = "The disease was detected early."