die Erkrankung

1.

the ailment, the sickness, the disease

(For more serious and more long term stuff. Like an autoimmune disease for instance.)
Examples
  • Chronische Erkrankungen erfordern oft lebenslange Behandlung und Management.
  • Chronic diseases often require lifelong treatment and management.

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How many meanings does the German word 'Erkrankung' have?

Erkrankung has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the ailment, the sickness, the disease .

What is the gender of 'Erkrankung'?

die

What is the plural of 'Erkrankung'?

die Erkrankungen

What is 'Erkrankung' related to?

The word 'Erkrankung' is related to erkranken (an).

Where can I learn more about 'Erkrankung'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.