Pregnancy: meaning, definitions and examples

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pregnancy

 

[ หˆprษ›ษกnษ™nsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

during childbirth

Pregnancy is the state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body. It typically lasts around nine months and is divided into three trimesters. Pregnancy is characterized by various physical and hormonal changes in the mother's body to support the growth and development of the baby.

Synonyms

expecting, gestation, maternity.

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Word Description / Examples
pregnancy

General, medical or formal discussions about the condition of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body.

  • She announced her pregnancy to her family.
  • Regular check-ups are essential during pregnancy.
gestation

Scientific or medical discussions focusing on the process or period of developing inside the womb from conception to birth.

  • The gestation period for humans is typically around 40 weeks.
  • Various factors can affect the length of gestation.
maternity

Discussions related to motherhood, particularly around pregnancy, childbirth, and the early stages of raising a child.

  • She took maternity leave from work.
  • There are excellent maternity care services at that hospital.
expecting

Informal, conversational, or casual discussions about someone who is pregnant.

  • She's expecting her first child in June.
  • Everyone is so excited that they are expecting!

Examples of usage

  • Her pregnancy was confirmed after a positive test result.
  • The doctor monitored her pregnancy closely to ensure the baby's health.
  • During pregnancy, women are advised to follow a healthy diet and avoid harmful substances.
  • She experienced mood swings during her pregnancy.
  • Pregnancy can be a challenging yet rewarding experience for many women.

Translations

Translations of the word "pregnancy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gravidez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฐเฅเคญเคพเคตเคธเฅเคฅเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schwangerschaft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kehamilan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะฐะณั–ั‚ะฝั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ciฤ…ลผa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฆŠๅจ  (ใซใ‚“ใ—ใ‚“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grossesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ embarazo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hamilelik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž„์‹  (์ž„์‹ )

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tฤ›hotenstvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tehotenstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ€€ๅญ• (huรกiyรนn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ noseฤnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ meรฐganga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะบั‚ั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒกแƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hamilษ™lik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ embarazo

Etymology

The word 'pregnancy' has its origins in the Latin word 'praegnantia', which translates to 'being pregnant'. The concept of pregnancy has been recognized and documented throughout history, with various cultural beliefs and practices surrounding childbirth. In modern times, advancements in medical science have greatly improved the understanding and care for pregnant women, leading to better maternal and infant health outcomes.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,915, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.