todkrank

terminally ill; deathly ill

English translations

  1. 01

    dying

  2. 02

    mortally ill

  3. 03

    on one's deathbed

Word details

German meaning
Sehr krank, so dass der Tod wahrscheinlich ist.
English meaning
Terminally ill
Synonym
sterbenskrank, unheilbar krank
German example
Der Patient ist todkrank und hat nur noch wenig Zeit.
English example
The patient is terminally ill and has little time left.

Example sentences with “todkrank”

  1. Er ist leider todkrank. (Unfortunately, he is terminally ill.)

Frequently asked questions

Can 'todkrank' be used for a cold?

No, it is reserved for serious, life-threatening conditions.