falta de apetite

[FAL-tuh duh uh-puh-TI-tuh]

nounfemininepl: faltas de apetite

loss of appetite; anorexia

1. A decreased desire or inability to eat; reduced appetite

She experienced a loss of appetite after her surgery.

Ela experimentou falta de apetite após a cirurgia.

2. Medical condition characterized by diminished hunger sensations

The medication caused a loss of appetite as a side effect.

O medicamento causou falta de apetite como efeito colateral.

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General Brazilian

falta de apetite

Standard usage across Brazil

Portugal

falta de apetite; inapetência

Both terms used; inapetência more formal

Medical/Technical

anorexia

Clinical terminology used in healthcare settings

não ter fé na comida

ficar sem vontade de comer

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