Birthing Meaning in English

word · lemma: birth

US

ˈbɝθɪŋ

BUR-thing

UK

bˈɜːθɪŋ

BUR-thing

Definition

The act or process of giving birth to a baby or animal. Also used in extended senses for starting something new.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in medical, animal, or childbirth discussion ("birthing center," "birthing class"). Occasionally used figuratively for the start of something new. Less common than just "birth" as a noun.

• Spanish: parto (acción) - dar a luz
• Portuguese (BR): parto (ato) - nascimento (de bebê)
• Portuguese (PT): parto (ato) - nascimento (de bebé)
• Chinese (Simplified): 分娩 - 生产
• Chinese (Traditional): 分娩 - 生產
• Hindi: प्रसव (क्रिया) - जन्म देना
• Arabic: الولادة (عملية) - الإنجاب
• Bengali: প্রসব - জন্মদান
• Russian: роды - появление (чего-то нового)
• Japanese: 出産
• Vietnamese: sinh nở - sinh đẻ
• Korean: 출산
• Turkish: doğum
• Urdu: زچگی - پیدائش
• Indonesian: persalinan - kelahiran

Example Sentences

The birthing of puppies took all night.

basic

She attended a birthing class before her baby was born.

basic

The hospital has a special birthing center for mothers.

basic

Her gentle birthing experience made her feel empowered.

natural

Some people use water tubs for a more natural birthing process.

natural

The company’s birthing was full of challenges, but now it’s thriving.

natural