뇌로 가는 혈류가 일시적으로 차단되어 발생하는 뇌졸중과 유사한 증상.
A temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke, caused by a brief blockage of blood flow to the brain.
예문:
"A TIA is often a warning sign that a full-blown stroke may occur in the future."
"The patient experienced temporary numbness in her arm during the TIA."
부모의 여자 형제 또는 삼촌의 아내를 이르는 말.
The sister of one's father or mother, or the wife of one's uncle, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures.
예문:
"Every summer, we visit my tia in Madrid for the holidays."
"My tia Maria taught me how to cook traditional paella."
친척 관계가 아니더라도 연상의 여성을 예의 바르게 부르는 호칭.
A polite title or form of address used for an older woman who is not necessarily a relative.
예문:
"The children in the neighborhood always greet the shopkeeper as 'Tia'."
"Excuse me, tia, could you tell me where the nearest bus stop is?"