Premenstrual Meaning in English

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US

ˌpɹiːˈmɛnstɹʊl

pree-MEN-strool

UK

pɹɪmˈɛnstɹuːəl

prim-EN-stroo-uhl

Definition

Relating to the time just before a woman’s menstrual period starts, especially referring to symptoms or changes that happen then.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used in medical or health contexts. Common phrases: 'premenstrual symptoms', 'premenstrual syndrome (PMS)'. Not used for men or for times unrelated to menstruation.

• Spanish: premenstrual
• Portuguese (BR): premenstrual
• Portuguese (PT): premenstrual
• Chinese (Simplified): 经期前的
• Chinese (Traditional): 經期前的
• Hindi: मासिक धर्म से पहले का
• Arabic: ما قبل الحيض
• Bengali: প্রিমেনস্ট্রুয়াল - ঋতুস্রাব-পূর্ববর্তী
• Russian: предменструальный
• Japanese: 月経前の
• Vietnamese: trước kinh nguyệt - tiền kinh nguyệt
• Korean: 월경 전의
• Turkish: adet öncesi
• Urdu: حیض سے پہلے کا
• Indonesian: pra-menstruasi

Example Sentences

She experiences premenstrual headaches every month.

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Many women notice premenstrual changes in mood.

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The doctor asked about her premenstrual symptoms.

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I always get super tired during the premenstrual phase.

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Her premenstrual symptoms make it hard for her to work some days.

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Do you get any premenstrual cravings for chocolate?

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