hedhi
HEH-dhee
How to say it
SwahilihedhiHEH-dhee
Englishmenstruation, (menstrual) period
Frenchmenstruation, règles
Meaning
The monthly flow of blood from the womb of a woman or girl who is not pregnant.
Good to know
N class noun, no plural. Kuwa katika hedhi, to be on one’s period; taulo za kike, sanitary pads, are needed during hedhi. A neutral, polite word.
Examples
- Wasichana wengi hukosa shule wakati wa hedhi.Many girls miss school during their period.
- Mafunzo kuhusu hedhi yametolewa shuleni.Lessons about menstruation have been given at school.
- Maumivu ya hedhi yanaweza kutibiwa.Period pain can be treated.
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