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Scharlach

scarlet fever

noun SHAR-lakh Rare
Body & Health Health & Illness

Usage Note

Scharlach is a bacterial infection caused by group-A streptococci, producing a bright-red rash, sore throat, and high fever, mainly in children. It is treated with antibiotics such as Penicillin. The word is also the German word for the colour scarlet.

Examples

"Der Junge hatte Scharlach und musste eine Woche zu Hause bleiben."

Natural Translation

The boy had scarlet fever and had to stay home for a week.

Literal Translation

The boy had scarlet fever and one week at home stay had.

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