Keuchhusten

whooping cough

noun KOYKH-hoo-sten Rare

Also means

pertussis

Usage Note

Keuchhusten is a bacterial respiratory infection that causes severe, prolonged coughing fits with the characteristic 'whoop' sound on inhalation. It is singular only and is considered especially dangerous in infants. Vaccination is recommended.

Examples

"Die Ärztin diagnostizierte Keuchhusten und verschrieb sofort Antibiotika."

Natural Translation

The doctor diagnosed whooping cough and immediately prescribed antibiotics.

Literal Translation

The doctor diagnosed whooping cough and immediately antibiotics prescribed.

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