infezione da lievito
The English phrase 'yeast infection' is translated into Italian as infezione da lievito.
The phrase refers to a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the body. In casual conversation, people may also use the informal term candida to refer to a yeast infection.
Which one should you use?
The term candidosi is used in medical contexts to specifically refer to candidiasis, a yeast infection caused by Candida.
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the plural 'yeast infections', change the noun infezione to its plural form infezioni, while the prepositional phrase da lievito remains unchanged.
Did you know?
- In Italian, the word candida can also be a feminine given name. This can create potential for linguistic confusion if the context of a medical conversation is not clear.
- The word lievito shares a common ancestor with the English word 'levitate' because both stem from the Latin root for 'raising' or 'lifting'.
- The word candida is derived from the Latin candidus, meaning 'shining white'. This describes the white appearance of the fungal overgrowth characteristic of the infection.
Examples in context
- Senti, ho una candida terribile. Mi fai un favore e mi dai qualche consiglio?Listen, I have a terrible yeast infection. Can you do me a favor and give me some advice?
Example conversation
Sofia is talking to her partner about her health.
- SofiaMatteo, penso di avere un'infezione da lievito.Matteo, I think I have a yeast infection.
- MatteoMi dispiace, Sofia. Hai già chiamato il medico?I'm sorry, Sofia. Have you already called the doctor?
- SofiaSì, mi ha dato un appuntamento per domani.Yes, she gave me an appointment for tomorrow.
- MatteoBene, spero che passi presto.Good, I hope it goes away soon.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries da, infezione, lievito, CC BY-SA 4.0.
