syu2 jik6鼠疫
Jyutpingsyu2 jik6
Yalesyú yihk
Definition
Plague, specifically bubonic plague; an infectious disease transmitted to humans and rodents by fleas.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the historical or medical condition caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis. While it literally translates to rat plague, it is treated as a formal medical term rather than a casual way to describe a pest infestation. It is most frequently encountered in history lessons or when discussing public health crises.
Examples
Hong Kong suffered a plague outbreak in the past, and many people died.
Do you know how the plague is transmitted?
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Common phrases
plague outbreak
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