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eupnoea

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /juːpˈnoʊ.ə/

KK: /yup-no-uh/

noun
Definition

A term that refers to normal and easy breathing, typically occurring at rest.


Example

After a long run, I finally returned to eupnoea and felt relaxed again.


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been trying to focus on my breathing lately, especially practicing eupnoea.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! How do you practice it?
Sloth A
I just take deep breaths and try to relax my body into a state of eupnoea.
Sloth B
I should give that a try; it sounds like a great way to reduce stress.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
breathing
respiration
inhalation
Antonyms
apnoea
dyspnoea
asphyxia
Root Explanation

Eupnoea is formed from "eu-" (meaning good or well) and "pnoia" (from Greek "pnoia", meaning breath). The term refers to normal, good, or healthy breathing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eu-' meaning good and 'pnoia' relating to breath — this helps you remember that eupnoea refers to healthy or normal breathing.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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