condition
Meaning: The state of something; a requirement; a health problem
The noun 'condition' has several meanings: the state or quality of something ('in good condition'), a prerequisite or stipulation ('on one condition'), or a medical problem ('heart condition'). As a verb, it means to train or accustom. 'Terms and conditions' are the rules of an agreement. 'Conditional' means depending on certain factors.
Examples
- The car is in excellent condition for its age. 这辆车就其车龄而言状况非常好。El coche está en excelente estado para su antigüedad.その車は年式の割にとても良い状態です。그 차는 연식에 비해 매우 좋은 상태입니다.
- I'll lend you the money on condition that you pay it back by Friday. 我可以借给你钱,条件是你周五之前还我。Te prestaré el dinero con la condición de que lo devuelvas antes del viernes.金曜日までに返済することを条件にお金を貸します。금요일까지 갚는 조건으로 돈을 빌려드리겠습니다.
- She has a medical condition that requires regular treatment. 她有一种需要定期治疗的疾病。Ella tiene una condición médica que requiere tratamiento regular.彼女は定期的な治療が必要な病状があります。그녀는 정기적인 치료가 필요한 질환이 있습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'condicio' meaning 'agreement, situation', from 'condicere' meaning 'to speak together, to agree upon' (con- 'together' + dicere 'to speak'). The medical sense developed separately.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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