Arthrose

osteoarthritis

noun ar-TROH-ze Rare

Origin: from Greek 'arthron' (joint)

Also means

joint wear and tear

Usage Note

Arthrose is degenerative joint disease caused by cartilage breakdown, not to be confused with inflammatory Arthritis. It most commonly affects the knees (Kniearthrose) and hips (Hüftarthrose) in older adults.

Examples

"Die Arthrose im Knie macht ihr beim Treppensteigen erhebliche Schmerzen."

Natural Translation

The osteoarthritis in her knee causes her considerable pain when climbing stairs.

Literal Translation

The osteoarthritis in the knee makes her when stair-climbing considerable pain.

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