Intrauterine Meaning in English

word

US

ˌɪntɹəˈjutɝɪn

in-truh-YOO-ter-in

UK

ˈɪntɹəjˌuːtəɹˌiːn

IN-truh-yoo-tuh-reen

Definition

Relating to or located inside the uterus (womb). This term is often used in medicine to describe something that happens within the uterus, such as intrauterine devices or intrauterine development of a baby.

Usage & Nuances

Strongly medical and formal. Most commonly seen in terms like 'intrauterine device (IUD)' or 'intrauterine growth restriction.' Not used in everyday speech outside medical topics.

• Spanish: intrauterino
• Portuguese (BR): intrauterino
• Portuguese (PT): intrauterino
• Chinese (Simplified): 子宫内的
• Chinese (Traditional): 子宮內的
• Hindi: गर्भाशय के भीतर
• Arabic: داخل الرحم
• Bengali: গর্ভাশয়ে সংক্রান্ত
• Russian: внутриматочный
• Japanese: 子宮内（しきゅうない）
• Vietnamese: nội tử cung
• Korean: 자궁내
• Turkish: rahim içi
• Urdu: بچہ دانی کے اندر
• Indonesian: intrauterin

Example Sentences

An intrauterine device helps prevent pregnancy.

basic

Fetal growth is monitored for any intrauterine problems.

basic

She chose an intrauterine contraceptive for long-term birth control.

basic

Doctors sometimes recommend an intrauterine test during pregnancy.

natural

She experienced intrauterine complications that required extra care.

natural

An intrauterine procedure may be necessary to ensure the baby's health.

natural