What is earache? How to use in English

Discover the meaning of earache in English, its pronunciation, and how to use it correctly in real-life situations. See examples and easy memorization tips.

Definition & pronunciation of earache

earachenoun
(bệnh) đau tai
/ˈɪəreɪk/

Definition & pronunciation of <strong>earache</strong>

Where does the word earache come from?

"Earache" is a combination of two Old English words: "ēare," meaning "ear," and "āc," meaning "pain" or "ache." The word has been around for centuries, appearing in written English as early as the 14th century. It's a simple and descriptive word that accurately reflects the unpleasant sensation of pain in the ear.

Vocabulary summary earache

type noun

meaning earache; ear disease

Example of vocabulary earachenamespace

After chewing gum for too long, Rachel's ear began to throb with a persistent earache.
As soon as the winter cold hit, Jamie's youngest child woke up with a screaming earache that kept them up all night.
The doctor diagnosed Sarah with an ear infection, causing a painful earache that would not go away until she started antibiotics.
Maria's earache worsened when she got water trapped in her ear during her morning swim.
The earache Jack had been suffering from turned into a sharp, shooting pain that made him wince in agony.