birthmark
word
Definition
A birthmark is a colored mark or spot on the skin that is present at birth or appears shortly after birth. Birthmarks can be different shapes, sizes, and colors.
Usage & Nuances
'Birthmark' is neutral and medical; rarely offensive. Common in phrases like 'a small birthmark on her cheek.' Not to be confused with scars or moles, which may appear later or be different in nature.
Spanish: marca de nacimientoPortuguese (BR): marca de nascençaPortuguese (PT): marca de nascençaChinese (Simplified): 胎记Chinese (Traditional): 胎記Hindi: जन्म का निशानArabic: وحمةBengali: জন্মদাগRussian: родимое пятноJapanese: 母斑 - あざVietnamese: vết bớtKorean: 점 (선천적) - 출생점Turkish: ben (doğum lekesi)Urdu: ولادت کا نشانIndonesian: tanda lahir
Example Sentences
The baby has a small birthmark on her arm.
basic
A lot of people are self-conscious about their birthmarks, but they're totally normal.
natural
Did you know that some birthmarks fade as you get older?
natural
He used to cover his birthmark, but now he shows it proudly.
natural
His birthmark is shaped like a heart.
basic
She was born with a birthmark on her cheek.
basic