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loss of appetite; poor appetite
A condition where one has little or no desire to eat. Commonly used in medical and health contexts. Composed of 食欲 (appetite) + 不振 (poor performance, slump).
食欲不振が続いている。
My loss of appetite has been continuing.
ストレスが原因で食欲不振になった。
I lost my appetite due to stress.
食欲不振や不眠などの症状が出たら、早めに医師に相談してください。
If you experience symptoms such as loss of appetite or insomnia, please consult a doctor promptly.
USAGE:
A formal medical or health term. Often listed alongside other symptoms when describing illness or side effects. Can be used as a predicate with になる or が続く.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 食欲不振になる (to lose one's appetite)
- 食欲不振が続く (loss of appetite continues)
- 食欲不振の症状 (symptoms of poor appetite)
- 食欲不振を訴える (to report loss of appetite)
ETYMOLOGY:
食欲 (appetite) + 不振 (slump, poor performance).