Noun
/ˈæfrɪkən ˈsliːpɪŋ sɪknɪs/
African sleeping sickness, also known as Trypanosomiasis, is a parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of the tsetse fly. It is characterized by two stages; the first stage involves fever, headaches, and joint pains, and the second stage can lead to neurological symptoms, including sleep disturbances, hence the name. The frequency of use in English is moderate, primarily found in medical contexts, research discussions, and public health communications. This term is more commonly seen in written contexts due to its specific and technical nature.
Translation: Летняя болезнь в Африке является серьезной проблемой здравоохранения в нескольких регионах Африки.
Efforts to combat African sleeping sickness have increased, focusing on education and prevention.
Translation: Увеличились усилия по борьбе с летней болезнью в Африке, акцентируя внимание на образовании и профилактике.
The symptoms of African sleeping sickness can be life-threatening if left untreated.
While "African sleeping sickness" is not a part of commonly used idioms in English, it may appear in public health discussions and conservation efforts. However, here are some idiomatic expressions relating to "sickness" in general:
Translation: Болезнь и здоровье могут иногда быть настоящими горками в отношениях.
To be sick as a dog is often a phrase used when someone has a severe illness.
Translation: Быть больным, как собака, — это часто выражение, когда кто-то тяжело болен.
Many people fear being sick and tired of the same old routine.
Translation: Многие люди боятся быть усталыми и сытыми по горло одной и той же старой рутиной.
It's important to be sick of something before you can truly appreciate its value.
The term "African sleeping sickness" originated from its association with the African continent and its characteristic symptom of sleep disturbances caused by the Trypanosoma parasite. The phrase "sleeping sickness" refers to the lethargy and the disturbed sleep patterns resulting from the disease.