naval sickness
[/ˈneɪvəl ˈsɪknəs/]
nounpl: naval sicknesses
enjoo do mar
1. nausea and dizziness caused by the motion of a ship or boat at sea; seasickness
The passenger suffered from naval sickness during the rough Atlantic crossing.
O passageiro sofria de enjoo do mar durante a travessia turbulenta do Atlântico.
2. a medical condition characterized by vertigo, nausea, and vomiting induced by ship movement
Naval sickness can be prevented with medication and acclimation techniques.
O enjoo do mar pode ser prevenido com medicação e técnicas de aclimatação.
While 'naval sickness' is the technical term, 'seasickness' is more commonly used in English-speaking contexts. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'enjoo do mar' is the standard term used in maritime, medical, and everyday contexts. The term reflects maritime culture and remains relevant in tourism and cruise industries across both Portuguese and English-speaking regions.
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