herpes
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈhɝpiz/ · UK /ˈhɜːpiːz/
herpes means: An infection caused by a virus that can produce painful small sores on the skin, mouth, or private parts.
noun
An infection caused by a virus that can produce painful small sores on the skin, mouth, or private parts.
- She has herpes.
- The doctor discussed treatment for oral herpes.
- He had another herpes outbreak last month.
Questions about herpes
What does herpes mean?
An infection caused by a virus that can produce painful small sores on the skin, mouth, or private parts.
What is herpes in other languages?
Türkçe: herpes · Español: herpes · Français: herpès · Deutsch: Herpes · Italiano: herpes · 日本語: ヘルペス
How do you pronounce herpes?
In American English /ˈhɝpiz/; in British English /ˈhɜːpiːz/.
How do you use herpes in a sentence?
She has herpes. The doctor discussed treatment for oral herpes.
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