xem bệnh
Definition
- Verb:
- To examine (a patient): The primary meaning of "xem bệnh" is for a doctor or medical professional to check a patient's condition, assess symptoms, and diagnose an illness.
- To consult (a doctor) / to see a doctor: From the patient's perspective, it can mean to go for a medical consultation or to be seen by a doctor.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Bác sĩ đang xem bệnh cho bệnh nhân. (The doctor is examining the patient.)
- Bà tôi phải đi xem bệnh ở bệnh viện lớn. (My grandmother had to go see a doctor at the big hospital.)
- Anh ấy xem bệnh rất cẩn thận. (He examines patients very carefully.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase is neutral and formal, commonly used in medical contexts. It implies a professional diagnostic activity rather than a casual check-up.
Variants and Related Words
- Khám bệnh (v): This is a more common and direct synonym meaning "to examine (medically)" or "to have a medical check-up."
- Bác sĩ khám bệnh cho tôi. (The doctor gave me a medical examination.)
- Chẩn bệnh (v): to diagnose an illness.
- Chữa bệnh (v): to treat an illness.
Synonyms
- Examine (medically): to inspect a patient's body to determine health status.
- Consult (a doctor): to seek professional medical advice.
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