이 페이지를 내 언어로

English

فارسی

العربية

Deutsch

Español

Français

日本語

Português

中文

हिन्दी

B1 adjective #47 가장 일반적인 8분 분량

sick

상위 47

연습하기 예시 노트와 팁 sick 30초 만에

설명 sick in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'sick' is one of the first words you learn to describe your health. It is used in very simple sentences like 'I am sick' or 'He is sick.' At this stage, you don't need to worry about the complex slang meanings or the subtle differences between British and American English. You use it to tell a teacher, a parent, or a doctor that you don't feel good. You might combine it with simple symptoms: 'I am sick. I have a headache.' The focus is on basic communication of physical state. It is a 'state' word, usually following the verb 'to be.' Learners should practice the basic conjugation: I am sick, you are sick, he/she/it is sick, we are sick, they are sick. It's also important to learn the opposite: 'well' or 'healthy.'

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'sick' in more varied sentence structures. You might use it with 'feel' instead of just 'be' (e.g., 'I feel sick'). You also start to learn common collocations like 'sick bed' or 'sick leave.' You can describe the reason for being sick using 'because' (e.g., 'I am sick because I ate too much candy'). You might also encounter the word in simple stories or dialogues about going to the doctor. At this level, you are building the ability to provide more detail about the condition. You might also learn 'seasick' or 'carsick' if you are talking about travel. The word remains primarily focused on physical health, but the context of its use expands to include work and school environments.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the B1 level, you should understand the different nuances of 'sick.' This includes the British English tendency to use 'sick' for nausea and 'ill' for general sickness. You will also learn the very common phrasal usage 'sick of [something],' which means you are annoyed or bored. For example, 'I am sick of this rain.' This is a significant step as it moves the word into the realm of emotions and attitudes. You will also be able to use 'sick' in the present perfect tense to describe a duration: 'I have been sick since Monday.' You should be comfortable using it in professional contexts, such as 'calling in sick' to an office. You might also start to notice the slang usage in movies, though you might not use it yourself yet.

At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'sick' with more precision and in more idiomatic ways. You will encounter idioms like 'sick as a dog' (very sick) or 'worried sick' (extremely anxious). You should understand the moral connotation of 'sick,' such as 'a sick joke' or 'a sick mind,' referring to things that are cruel or perverted. Your understanding of the slang usage should be clear, allowing you to identify when 'sick' means 'cool' based on the speaker's tone and the social setting. You can also use the word in more complex grammatical structures, such as 'It makes me sick to think about it,' where 'sick' describes a reaction of disgust. You are also able to distinguish 'sick' from more formal synonyms like 'unwell' or 'ailing' and choose the appropriate one for the register of your speaking or writing.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the C1 level, you have a sophisticated grasp of 'sick' and its many layers. You can use it to discuss societal issues, such as 'a sick society' or 'the sick man of Europe' (a common political metaphor). You understand the subtle playfulness of the slang 'sick' and might use it yourself in appropriate informal contexts to sound more native-like. You are aware of the historical etymology and how the word has shifted in meaning over centuries. You can use 'sick' in high-level literature or academic discussions about health and social norms. You also recognize very specific medical or technical collocations, and you can navigate the British vs. American distinction effortlessly, switching your usage depending on your audience. You might also use the word in creative writing to evoke specific moods or reactions.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the C2 level, 'sick' is a tool you use with total mastery. You understand the finest shades of meaning, including its use in dark humor, irony, and sarcasm. You can analyze the use of 'sick' in poetry or complex prose, where it might represent corruption, decay, or a profound existential malaise. You are familiar with obscure idioms and regional variations beyond just the US/UK split. You can discuss the linguistic phenomenon of 'semantic shift' using 'sick' as a primary example. In your own output, you use the word with perfect register awareness, whether you are writing a medical ethics paper, a gritty novel, or a casual text message. The word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a versatile element of your expressive repertoire that you can manipulate for maximum impact.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

연습하기 예시 노트와 팁

sick 30초 만에

Primarily describes physical or mental unwellness, ranging from minor ailments to serious diseases.
Commonly used in British English to specifically mean feeling nauseous or wanting to vomit.
Used figuratively with 'of' to express being extremely annoyed, bored, or frustrated with a situation.
In modern slang, it can mean 'excellent' or 'cool,' though this is highly informal and context-dependent.

The word sick is a versatile adjective primarily used to describe a state of being unwell. At its core, it refers to a physical or mental condition that deviates from health. However, its application varies significantly depending on the dialect of English being spoken. In American English, 'sick' is the standard, everyday word for any kind of illness, from a minor cold to a serious disease. In British English, 'sick' often specifically refers to the feeling of nausea or the act of vomiting, while 'ill' is preferred for general unwellness. Understanding this distinction is crucial for clear communication across different English-speaking regions.

General Illness: Used to describe someone suffering from a disease or health problem. Example: 'She has been sick with the flu for a week.'
Nausea: Describing the sensation of wanting to vomit. Example: 'The bumpy car ride made me feel sick.'

I can't come to work today because I am feeling quite sick.

Beyond physical health, 'sick' has powerful metaphorical uses. It can describe a deep sense of disgust or moral outrage. When someone says they are 'sick of' something, they mean they are extremely bored, annoyed, or frustrated by a repetitive or unpleasant situation. Furthermore, in modern informal slang, particularly among younger generations, 'sick' has undergone a 'semantic inversion' where it actually means 'excellent,' 'impressive,' or 'cool.' This usage is highly context-dependent and usually signaled by an enthusiastic tone of voice.

That skateboard trick was absolutely sick!

Emotional State: Describing intense worry or distress. Example: 'I was worried sick when you didn't call.'

In professional contexts, 'sick' appears in compound terms like 'sick leave' (time off work due to illness) or 'sick pay' (money paid while you are ill). It is a foundational word in the English language, appearing in some of the earliest recorded texts, derived from Old English 'seoc.' Its longevity in the language has allowed it to branch out into numerous idioms and collocations that color daily conversation. Whether you are discussing a hospital visit, a bad meal, or a great concert, 'sick' provides a range of expressive possibilities that go far beyond its dictionary definition.

I am sick and tired of this rainy weather.

Using 'sick' correctly requires attention to its grammatical position and the prepositions that follow it. As an adjective, it can be used predicatively (after a verb like 'be', 'feel', or 'look') or attributively (before a noun). For example, 'The sick child' (attributive) vs 'The child is sick' (predicative). The choice often depends on whether you are identifying a person by their condition or describing their current state.

With 'Feel': Used to describe internal sensations of illness or nausea. Example: 'I feel sick every time I smell fish.'
With 'Of': Used to express extreme annoyance or boredom. Example: 'He is sick of his boss's constant complaining.'

The doctor is visiting the sick patients in ward four.

When using 'sick' to mean 'cool' in slang, it is almost always used predicatively or as a one-word exclamation. 'That car is sick!' or simply 'Sick!' are common. In these cases, the word functions as an intensifier of approval. It is important to note that this slang usage is informal and should be avoided in academic or professional writing unless you are quoting someone or discussing linguistics.

She had to call in sick because of a migraine.

Another common pattern is 'sick with [illness]'. This specifies the cause of the condition. For example, 'sick with worry,' 'sick with envy,' or 'sick with the flu.' These phrases often personify the emotion, suggesting it has a physical impact on the body. In American English, you might also hear 'home sick' (missing home), which is usually written as one word: 'homesick'.

Compound Usage: Words like 'seasick,' 'carsick,' and 'airsick' describe nausea caused by specific types of motion.

The sight of the blood made him feel sick to his stomach.

In daily life, 'sick' is ubiquitous. You will hear it in the workplace when colleagues explain their absences. You'll hear it in hospitals and clinics, though medical professionals might use more technical terms like 'nauseated' or 'febrile.' In schools, teachers ask if a child 'feels sick' if they look pale or tired. It is a word that bridges the gap between clinical diagnosis and personal experience.

'I'm sorry, I can't make the meeting; I'm sick in bed today.'

In the media, 'sick' is frequently used in news headlines to describe public health crises or to express societal disapproval of a crime (e.g., 'a sick act of violence'). In entertainment, especially in movies or TV shows aimed at teenagers and young adults, you will hear the slang version. A character might see a high-speed car chase and exclaim, 'That was sick!' This reflects the word's status as a staple of youth subcultures, from skating to gaming.

Social media is another major arena for the word. On platforms like Instagram or TikTok, 'sick' is used in comments to praise creative work, fashion, or athletic feats. Conversely, people use 'sick of' to vent frustrations about trending topics or political events. The word's ability to convey both the lowest lows of physical suffering and the highest highs of cultural approval makes it a fascinating study in linguistic evolution.

Podcasts & Vlogs: Influencers often use 'sick' to describe new products or experiences they enjoy.

The comedian's sick sense of humor isn't for everyone.

One of the most common mistakes for learners is the confusion between 'sick' and 'ill.' While they are often interchangeable, 'ill' is generally more formal and used more frequently in British English for long-term or serious conditions. Using 'sick' in a formal British medical report might sound slightly too informal or specifically imply vomiting. Another error is the misuse of 'sick of.' Learners sometimes say 'I am sick from my job' when they mean they are annoyed by it; the correct preposition is 'of'.

Sick vs. Ill: US: Sick (common), Ill (formal). UK: Ill (common for general health), Sick (often means vomiting).
Preposition Errors: Incorrect: 'I am sick with this music.' Correct: 'I am sick of this music.'

Incorrect: He is sick since three days. Correct: He has been sick for three days.

Another mistake involves the slang usage. Using 'sick' to mean 'cool' in a formal setting, such as a job interview or a business presentation, can be a major social faux pas. It can make the speaker sound unprofessional or immature. Additionally, learners sometimes confuse 'sick' (adjective) with 'sicken' (verb). You don't 'sick' someone; you 'sicken' them or 'make them sick.'

Don't say 'I have a sick' – use 'I am sick' or 'I have an illness.'

To enrich your vocabulary, it is helpful to know synonyms that offer more precision than the general word 'sick.' Depending on the context—whether it's a stomach issue, a mental state, or a general feeling of being unwell—different words can convey your meaning more effectively. For instance, 'unwell' is a polite, slightly formal alternative often used in social situations.

Nauseous / Queasy: Specifically refers to the feeling that you are about to vomit. 'Queasy' is often used for a milder version of this feeling.
Under the Weather: An idiom meaning slightly ill or not feeling as well as usual. Very common in casual conversation.

I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I might stay in.

In more formal or literary contexts, you might encounter 'ailing' (often used for elderly people or failing organizations) or 'infirm' (suggesting long-term physical weakness). If you want to describe someone who looks sick, 'peaky' or 'wan' are excellent adjectives. For the slang meaning of 'sick,' alternatives include 'awesome,' 'incredible,' 'dope' (very informal), or 'stellar.'

The patient is unwell and requires rest.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The slang use of 'sick' to mean 'cool' emerged in the late 20th century, similar to how 'bad' or 'wicked' also came to mean 'good.'

발음 가이드

UK /sɪk/

US /sɪk/

Single syllable; no word stress.

라임이 맞는 단어

Pick Tick Quick Brick Click Stick Trick Lick

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the 'i' like 'ee' (making it sound like 'seek').
Not making the 'k' sound sharp enough at the end.

난이도

독해 1/5

Very common word, easy to recognize.

쓰기 2/5

Easy to spell, but prepositions like 'of' can be tricky.

말하기 2/5

Easy to pronounce, but slang usage requires correct tone.

듣기 2/5

Need to distinguish between 'sick' and 'seek' or 'six'.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

Bad Feel Body Doctor Not

다음에 배울 것

Ill Nauseous Disease Health Medicine

고급

Malaise Pathological Infirmity Nauseated Valetudinarian

알아야 할 문법

Linking Verbs

You look sick. (Sick follows 'look')

Adjectives as Nouns

We must care for the sick. (The + adjective)

Gerunds after Prepositions

I am sick of waiting. ('Waiting' is a gerund)

Compound Adjectives

He is a homesick boy. (Home + sick)

Intensifiers

I am terribly sick. ('Terribly' modifies sick)

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

수준별 예문

I am sick today.

I don't feel well.

Subject + be + adjective

Are you sick?

Asking about health.

Question form of 'to be'

My cat is sick.

The pet is unwell.

Third person singular

He is not sick.

He is healthy.

Negative form

She feels sick.

She has a bad feeling in her body.

Using 'feel' as a linking verb

I was sick yesterday.

Past state.

Past tense of 'to be'

The baby is sick.

The infant is ill.

Noun phrase + is + sick

Stay home if you are sick.

Advice for illness.

Conditional 'if' clause

I feel sick after the bus ride.

Motion sickness.

Prepositional phrase 'after...'

He took a sick day from school.

Absence due to illness.

Compound noun 'sick day'

You look sick; go to bed.

Appearance of illness.

Linking verb 'look'

I am sick because of the cold weather.

Reason for illness.

Conjunction 'because of'

Is she still sick?

Continuing state.

Adverb 'still'

I get sick every winter.

Habitual illness.

Present simple for habit

The sick man needs water.

Attributive use.

Adjective before noun

I don't want to get sick.

Avoiding illness.

Infinitive 'to get sick'

I'm sick of eating pizza every night.

Bored/Annoyed.

Phrase 'sick of + gerund'

She called in sick this morning.

Phoned work to say she's ill.

Idiomatic phrasal verb

I've been sick for three days.

Duration of illness.

Present perfect with 'for'

The smell of the garbage made me feel sick.

Nausea.

Causative 'make + object + adjective'

He is sick with a bad cold.

Specific illness.

Preposition 'with'

Are you sick of your job?

Are you unhappy with work?

Question with 'sick of'

I felt sick to my stomach.

Strong nausea.

Idiomatic phrase

It's a sick benefit provided by the company.

Employment term.

Attributive use in business

I was worried sick when you didn't answer.

Extremely anxious.

Adverbial use of 'sick' as intensifier

That was a sick joke to play on him.

Cruel or morbid.

Moral connotation

He's been sick as a dog all weekend.

Very ill.

Simile idiom

I'm sick and tired of your excuses!

Completely fed up.

Binomial idiom

The sight of the cruelty made her sick.

Disgust.

Psychological reaction

He has a sick sense of humor.

Enjoys dark/morbid things.

Character description

The company is in a sick state financially.

Failing/Unhealthy.

Metaphorical use

That jump was sick, man!

Amazing (slang).

Slang usage

The corruption in the city is a sign of a sick society.

Morally decayed.

Societal metaphor

He was sickened by the lack of empathy shown.

Felt deep disgust.

Participial adjective/verb form

She has a sick fascination with true crime.

Unhealthy interest.

Nuanced psychological use

The economy has been the 'sick man' of the region for years.

Weakest member.

Political idiom

It's a sick irony that he died on his birthday.

Cruel/Strange coincidence.

Abstract noun modification

I am sick to death of these bureaucratic delays.

Utterly exhausted by.

Hyperbolic idiom

The patient was described as 'infirm' rather than just 'sick'.

Long-term weakness.

His performance was sick—the best I've ever seen.

Incredible (high-level slang).

Informal intensifier

The prose evokes a sick, cloying atmosphere of decay.

Unpleasantly sweet/morbid.

Literary description

To call his actions 'sick' is an understatement of their depravity.

Insufficiently strong word.

Metalinguistic commentary

The project was a sick joke, a waste of public funds.

A ridiculous failure.

Figurative critique

She felt a sick thud of realization in her chest.

Physical manifestation of dread.

Synesthetic description

The culture of the 1920s was often viewed as 'sick' by traditionalists.

Degenerate/Subversive.

Historical perspective

He played the 'sick' card to avoid the deposition.

Used illness as an excuse.

Idiomatic strategy

The term 'sick' has undergone a fascinating semantic inversion in urban dialects.

Meaning reversal.

Academic register

There is a sick pleasure in watching a villain's downfall.

Guilty/Morbid joy.

Complex emotional state

자주 쓰는 조합

Sick leave

Sick pay

Feel sick

Worried sick

Sick note

Sick joke

Call in sick

Sick bed

Sick bay

Sea sick

자주 쓰는 구문

Sick of it

— To be completely annoyed or bored with something.

I've had enough; I'm just sick of it!

Sick and tired

— An intensified version of being 'sick of' something.

I'm sick and tired of your excuses.

Sick to death

— Extremely annoyed or bored (very strong).

I'm sick to death of this constant noise.

Make me sick

— To cause a feeling of disgust or outrage.

The way they treat animals makes me sick.

Get sick

— To become ill.

Don't go out without a coat or you'll get sick.

Look sick

— To appear unwell to others.

You look sick; you should sit down.

Sick in the head

— Mentally ill or having very cruel thoughts.

Anyone who does that must be sick in the head.

Sick at heart

— Deeply disappointed or grieved.

He was sick at heart after the breakup.

Sick as a dog

— Very, very sick.

I was sick as a dog after that seafood.

Sick puppy

— A person who is morally twisted or weird.

He's a bit of a sick puppy, isn't he?

자주 혼동되는 단어

sick vs Seek

Sounds similar but means to look for something.

sick vs Six

The number; sounds similar in fast speech.

sick vs Thick

Starts with a different sound but rhymes.

관용어 및 표현

"Sick as a parrot"

— Extremely disappointed (often used in UK sports).

The manager was sick as a parrot after the loss.

Informal UK

"Worried sick"

— Extremely anxious about something.

We were worried sick when the plane was late.

Neutral

"Sick burn"

— A very clever or harsh insult.

Ooh, that was a sick burn!

Slang

"Call in sick"

— To phone work/school to say you are too ill to attend.

I'm going to call in sick tomorrow.

Neutral

"Sick of the sight of"

— To be so annoyed by someone/something you don't want to see them.

I'm sick of the sight of this messy room.

Informal

"In sickness and in health"

— A promise to stay together through all health conditions (marriage vows).

They stayed together in sickness and in health.

Formal

"Sick to one's stomach"

— Feeling nauseous or deeply disgusted.

The news made me sick to my stomach.

Neutral

"A sick mind"

— A person who thinks in a cruel or perverted way.

Only a sick mind could come up with that.

Neutral

"Sick sense of humor"

— Finding things funny that others find disturbing.

He has a very sick sense of humor.

Informal

"Sick and tired"

— Completely fed up with a situation.

I'm sick and tired of this traffic.

Informal

혼동하기 쉬운

sick vs Ill

Both mean not healthy.

Ill is more formal and common in the UK for general sickness; sick is more common in the US and can mean nausea in the UK.

He is terminally ill.

sick vs Nauseous

Both can mean wanting to vomit.

Nauseous is the specific medical term for the feeling; sick is more general.

The smell made me nauseous.

sick vs Unwell

Both mean not healthy.

Unwell is a polite euphemism often used in professional or social settings.

She is feeling slightly unwell.

sick vs Ailing

Both mean sick.

Ailing usually implies a long-term, chronic condition or a failing organization.

The ailing economy needs help.

sick vs Peaky

Both describe health.

Peaky specifically describes looking pale and thin because of illness.

You look a bit peaky today.

문장 패턴

I am sick.

I feel sick.

I am sick of [Noun].

I am sick of the rain.

I am sick of [Gerund].

I am sick of working.

Worried sick.

She was worried sick.

Sick as a [Noun].

Sick as a dog.

A sick [Noun].

A sick society.

It's a sick irony that...

It's a sick irony that he failed.

어휘 가족

명사

Sickness

Sickliness

동사

Sicken

형용사

Sickly

Sickening

사용법

frequency

Extremely high in all registers.

자주 하는 실수

I am sick from my boss. → I am sick of my boss.
When you are annoyed by someone, the correct preposition is 'of,' not 'from.'
I have a sick. → I am sick. / I have an illness.
'Sick' is an adjective, not a noun for the condition itself. You can't 'have a sick.'
He is sick since Monday. → He has been sick since Monday.
When a state started in the past and continues to now, use the present perfect tense.
The movie was very sick (meaning cool) in a formal essay. → The movie was excellent.
Slang meanings should be avoided in formal writing.
I feel sickly. → I feel sick.
'Sickly' usually means someone who is often ill or looks weak, not how you feel at a specific moment.

팁

Regional Difference

If you are in London and say 'I was sick,' people will think you threw up. If you are in New York, they will think you had a cold.

Preposition Choice

Always use 'of' for annoyance ('sick of') and 'with' for a specific disease ('sick with the flu').

Politeness

When someone tells you they are sick, the most common response is 'I'm sorry to hear that' or 'I hope you feel better soon.'

Intensifiers

To sound more natural, use 'deadly sick' or 'violently sick' for very strong physical illness, and 'sick and tired' for annoyance.

Slang Context

Only use 'sick' to mean 'cool' with friends. Using it with your grandparents or a doctor might cause confusion!

Spelling Tip

Remember the 'k' at the end. It's not 'sic' (which is a Latin word used in writing) or 'sich' (which is German).

Worried Sick

This is a great phrase to use in stories or when explaining why you were looking for someone. It shows deep care.

Sick Leave

In a job contract, look for 'sick leave' to see how many days you can stay home while still getting paid.

Describing Symptoms

If you 'feel sick,' a doctor will ask for more details. Be ready to say if you have a fever, a cough, or a stomach ache.

Creative Writing

Use 'sickly' to describe a pale light or a smell that is too sweet and unpleasant.

암기하기

기억법

Think of someone who is 'S-I-C-K': Staying In, Coughing Konstantly (using a K for mnemonic purposes).

시각적 연상

Imagine a green face emoji (🤢) which represents both feeling sick and the slang 'sick' (intense).

Word Web

Doctor Medicine Bed Hospital Nausea Slang Tired Flu

챌린지

Try to use 'sick' in three different ways today: for health, for being annoyed, and as slang.

어원

Derived from the Old English word 'seoc,' which meant 'ill, diseased, or feeble.' It has cognates in other Germanic languages like Old High German 'sioh' and Old Norse 'sjukr.'

원래 의미: General physical illness or weakness.

Germanic

문화적 맥락

Be careful using 'sick' to describe people with chronic disabilities; 'disabled' or specific terms are often preferred.

Americans use 'sick' for everything; Brits use 'ill' for the flu and 'sick' for vomiting.

'Sicko' (Michael Moore documentary) 'Sick Boy' (The Chainsmokers song) 'Sick' (Poem by Shel Silverstein)

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

Doctor's Office

I've been feeling sick.
When did you start feeling sick?
I feel sick to my stomach.
Do I need a sick note?

Workplace

I'm calling in sick.
I need to take a sick day.
Is he on sick leave?
I hope you feel better.

Socializing

I'm sick of this music.
That's a sick outfit!
I was worried sick about you.
Don't get me sick!

Travel

I get carsick easily.
Do you have any seasick pills?
The flight made me feel sick.
I'm homesick.

School

He went home because he was sick.
The teacher is sick today.
I have a sick note from my mom.
My stomach feels sick.

대화 시작하기

"Have you ever been worried sick about someone?"

"What do you do when you feel a bit under the weather?"

"Are you sick of the current weather in our city?"

"What is the 'sickest' (coolest) thing you've ever seen?"

"Do you get carsick or seasick when you travel?"

일기 주제

Describe a time you were sick as a dog. What happened?

Write about something you are absolutely sick and tired of.

What does a 'sick society' look like to you?

Recall a 'sick' (amazing) experience you had recently.

How do you take care of yourself when you feel sick?

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, it is a standard word for illness. However, in slang, it is a positive word meaning 'cool.' In some contexts, it can mean 'morally bad,' like a 'sick joke.'

In American English, they are almost the same, but 'ill' is more formal. In British English, 'sick' often means you want to vomit, while 'ill' means you have a cold or flu.

Use it when you are very annoyed or bored. 'I am sick of this movie' means you don't want to watch it anymore. It is followed by a noun or a verb ending in -ing.

It is better to use 'unwell' or 'not feeling well' in a formal email. 'Sick' is okay for casual work environments, but 'unwell' sounds more professional.

It means you are so worried that you feel physically ill. It is a common way to express extreme anxiety about someone else's safety or health.

Yes, 'sick' is still very common slang among young people to mean 'cool,' 'awesome,' or 'amazing.' For example: 'That new game is sick!'

Words like 'carsick,' 'seasick,' and 'airsick' describe feeling sick because of the movement of a vehicle. They are all compound words using 'sick'.

It means to contact your workplace or school to tell them you cannot come because you are ill. You usually 'call in sick' to your boss or manager.

In British English, 'sick' can be a noun meaning vomit (e.g., 'There is sick on the floor'). In general English, 'the sick' refers to people who are ill.

A 'sick note' is a piece of paper from a doctor or a parent that explains why a person was absent from work or school due to illness.

무료 가입하고 팁과 노트 보기