die Genesung, -en
recovery
Der Weg, wieder gesund zu werden nach einer Krankheit oder Verletzung.
The German word "Genesung" is a noun that means "recovery" or "convalescence". It is derived from the verb "genesen" which means "to recover" or "to heal". "Genesung" is often used in a medical context to describe the process of getting better after an illness or injury. Similar words in German include "Erholung" (recovery or relaxation), "Wiederherstellung" (restoration), and "Rehabilitation" (rehabilitation).
Differences:
- "Erholung" often refers to general rest and relaxation, not necessarily from illness (e.g., a vacation break).
- "Wiederherstellung" can refer to restoring something to its original state, not just health (e.g., a piece of art).
- "Rehabilitation" often involves a structured program to restore skills or abilities, and is used in various contexts including medical, social, and professional settings.
Thus, "Genesung" is more specific to recovering from a health-related situation.
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Examples
Die schnelle Genesung des Patienten hat alle überrascht.noun
The patient's rapid recovery surprised everyone.
Nach der Operation dauerte die Genesung mehrere Wochen.noun
After the operation, recovery took several weeks.
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