constipated
word
Definition
If you are constipated, you have difficulty passing stool, usually because your bowel movements are infrequent or hard.
Usage & Nuances
'Constipated' is a medical term and polite way to discuss a sensitive topic. In some countries, 'constipated' in Spanish or Portuguese can mean a stuffy nose. Use with care to avoid misunderstandings. Usually used in the phrase 'be constipated.'
Spanish: estreñido - constipado (nariz, en algunos países)Portuguese (BR): constipado - preso (do intestino)Portuguese (PT): obstipado - preso (do intestino)Chinese (Simplified): 便秘Chinese (Traditional): 便秘Hindi: कब्ज़Arabic: مُصاب بالإمساكBengali: কব্জ (পেটের সমস্যা)Russian: запорJapanese: 便秘Vietnamese: táo bónKorean: 변비Turkish: kabızUrdu: قبضIndonesian: sembelit
Example Sentences
Sometimes I feel constipated when I don't drink enough water.
basic
Are you constipated?
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My grandmother often gets constipated when she travels.
basic
He hasn't gone to the bathroom in days; he's really constipated.
natural
If you feel constipated, try eating more fiber.
natural
I was so constipated last week, I had to call my doctor.
natural