Folic Meaning in English

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Definition

Relating to folic acid, a type of vitamin important for cell growth and health, especially during pregnancy.

Usage & Nuances

Almost always used in scientific, medical, or nutritional contexts as part of the phrase "folic acid". Rarely used alone in casual speech. Common in phrases like "folic acid supplement".

• Spanish: fólico
• Portuguese (BR): fólico
• Portuguese (PT): fólico
• Chinese (Simplified): 叶酸的
• Chinese (Traditional): 葉酸的
• Hindi: फोलिक
• Arabic: فوليك
• Bengali: ফোলিক
• Russian: фолиевый
• Japanese: 葉酸の
• Vietnamese: folic
• Korean: 엽산의
• Turkish: folik
• Urdu: فولک
• Indonesian: folat

Example Sentences

Many supplements contain folic acid.

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Folic acid is important during pregnancy.

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A lack of folic acid can cause health problems.

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Doctors often recommend folic acid for women planning to have a baby.

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The label says this cereal is high in folic acid.

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I always check for folic acid when buying vitamins.

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