stomach ache

Thân thiện

A child holds his stomach because he has a stomach ache.

Definition

Noun: - A pain or discomfort in the stomach or abdominal area: A "stomach ache" is a general term for pain, cramping, or a feeling of unease located in the region of the stomach or abdomen.

Usage

• The term "stomach ache" is a common, non-medical expression used to describe general abdominal discomfort. It is often used in everyday conversation.
• It is typically used as a countable noun (e.g., , ).

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "to have a stomach ache": This is the standard collocation for experiencing this pain.
  • I think I have a stomach ache from that spicy food.
• The term is often used broadly and can refer to various underlying causes, from indigestion to more serious conditions, though it implies a common, usually temporary, ailment.

Variants and Related Words

• Stomachache: A common alternative spelling, written as one word.
• Abdominal pain: A more formal or medical term for pain in the abdomen.
• Bellyache: An informal synonym, often used especially by or with children.
• Tummy ache: A very informal, child-friendly synonym for "stomach ache."

Synonyms

• Bellyache (informal)
• Tummy ache (informal, childish)
• Abdominal pain (formal/medical)
• Indigestion (specifically for discomfort from digesting food)
• Cramps (can refer to sharp, spasmodic pains)

Antonyms

• Comfort (a state of physical ease)
• Well-being (the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy)

Related Idioms/Phrases

• To feel sick to one's stomach: To feel nauseated or very upset.
  • The unfair news made him feel sick to his stomach.
• Butterflies in one's stomach: A feeling of nervousness.
  • She had butterflies in her stomach before her speech. (Note: This describes nervousness, not pain.)

Học thuật

Noun

1. an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region

Từ đồng nghĩa

• stomachache
• bellyache
• gastralgia