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Pandemic

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Meanings of Pandemic

Adjective

  • When a disease is everywhere and affects many people, we call it a pandemic.
  • Something that is very common or found all around us.

Noun

  • A pandemic is a sickness that spreads to many people in different places.

Explanation of the word: Pandemic

A pandemic is when a lot of people in many places get sick from the same illness. It's like when a cold spreads to many friends at school.

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Translations for the word: Pandemic

hindi
महामारी

mahaamaari

महामारी

mahaamaari

बीमारी

bimaari

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Pandemic

What does 'pandemic' mean?
A pandemic is a disease that spreads across many countries or continents, affecting a large number of people.
How do you pronounce 'pandemic'?
You pronounce 'pandemic' like this: pan-dem-ik.
What is the origin of the word 'pandemic'?
The word 'pandemic' comes from the Greek words 'pan' meaning 'all' and 'demos' meaning 'people', so it refers to something that affects all people.
What is the meaning of 'pandemic' in Bengali?
The word 'pandemic' in Bengali is 'মহামারী' (Mahāmārī).