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Caries

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Meanings of Caries

Noun

  • A hole in a tooth caused by decay.

Explanation of the word: Caries

Caries is when your teeth get little holes in them because of sugar and not brushing. It can make your teeth hurt.

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Translations for the word: Caries

hindi
कैरीज़

kairīz

दांतों की बीमारी

dāntoṃ kī bīmārī

दांतों का कीड़ा

dāntoṃ kā kīṛā

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Caries

What does 'caries' mean?
Caries is a word that means tooth decay or cavities. It happens when the hard surface of your teeth gets damaged.
How do you pronounce 'caries'?
You pronounce 'caries' like 'CARE-eez'.
What is the origin of the word 'caries'?
The word 'caries' comes from Latin, where it means 'decay' or 'rotten'.
What is the meaning of 'caries' in Bengali?
The word 'caries' in Bengali is 'দাঁতের ক্ষয়' (Dāntēr kṣaẏ).