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convalescent in German

convalescent in German is genesend, gesundend, Genesende betreffend — convalescent means recovering gradually from an illness.

convalescent in German

genesend

adj

recovering one's health and strength after a period of illness

gesundend

adj

recovering one's health and strength after a period of illness

Genesende betreffend

adj

of convalescence or convalescents

de Genesung betreffend

adj

of convalescence or convalescents

Rekonvaleszent

noun

A person recovering from illness.

Genesende

noun

A person recovering from illness.

Rekonvaleszentin

noun

A person recovering from illness.

Genesender

noun

A person recovering from illness.

Gesundende

noun

A person recovering from illness.

Gesundender

noun

A person recovering from illness.

What does "convalescent" mean?

adjective Recovering gradually from an illness.
"He spent two convalescent weeks at his sister's house after surgery."
noun A person who is recovering from illness.
"The seaside home once served as a retreat for convalescents."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

convalescent in a sentence

He spent two convalescent weeks at his sister's house after surgery.
The seaside home once served as a retreat for convalescents.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "convalescent" in German?

"convalescent" in German is genesend, gesundend, Genesende betreffend. convalescent means: Recovering gradually from an illness.

How do you use "convalescent" in a sentence?

Example: "He spent two convalescent weeks at his sister's house after surgery." In German, "convalescent" is genesend, gesundend, Genesende betreffend.

Are there other ways to say "convalescent" in German?

Yes — German has 10 translations listed for "convalescent": genesend, gesundend, Genesende betreffend, de Genesung betreffend, Rekonvaleszent, Genesende.

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