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palpitations

 

[ ˌpæl.pɪˈteɪ.ʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Palpitations refer to the sensation of feeling your own heart beating, which may be perceived as pounding, fluttering, or irregular. These feelings can be triggered by various factors, including stress, anxiety, caffeine, or underlying health conditions. While often benign, they can sometimes indicate a more serious cardiac issue.

Synonyms

fluttering, pounding, thumping

Examples of usage

  • She experienced palpitations after drinking coffee.
  • His palpitations were caused by anxiety before the exam.
  • The doctor assured her that the palpitations were not dangerous.
  • During exercise, many people notice palpitations.

Translations

Translations of the word "palpitations" in other languages:

🇵🇹 palpitações

🇮🇳 धड़कनें

🇩🇪 Herzklopfen

🇮🇩 palpitasi

🇺🇦 пальпітації

🇵🇱 palpitacje

🇯🇵 動悸

🇫🇷 palpitations

🇪🇸 palpitaciones

🇹🇷 çarpıntılar

🇰🇷 두근거림

🇸🇦 خفقان

🇨🇿 palpitace

🇸🇰 palpitácie

🇨🇳 心悸

🇸🇮 palpitacije

🇮🇸 hjartsláttur

🇰🇿 жүрек соғуы

🇬🇪 გულსაკლავი

🇦🇿 ürək döyüntüsü

🇲🇽 palpitaciones

Etymology

The term 'palpitations' originates from the Latin word 'palpitare,' which means 'to throb' or 'to flutter.' The use of the term in medical contexts can be traced back to the early modern period, where it was used to describe abnormal heart sensations. Over time, the understanding of palpitations has developed significantly, linking them to various physiological and psychological factors. The sensation itself has been documented in literature throughout history, often associated with heightened emotional states or physical exertion. Today, palpitations are a common subject of study in cardiology, and advancements in medical imaging and heart monitoring have improved the diagnosis and management of conditions that cause these sensations.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,954, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.