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arthritis

/ɑrˈθraɪtəs/

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1 · noun

inflammation of the joints that causes pain or stiffness

关节炎

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Arthritis made it painful for her to grip the gardening tools.
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关节炎使她握园艺工具时感到疼痛。
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Pronunciation: /ɑrˈθraɪtəs/

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