ujauzito

How to say it

Meaning

The state of a woman who is carrying a baby in her womb, from conception until birth.

Good to know

U class noun, no plural; mjamzito is a pregnant woman. Kuwa na ujauzito is to be pregnant, and kutoa ujauzito to have an abortion; mimba means the same and is more everyday.

Examples

• Mama huyo alihudhuria kliniki katika kipindi chote cha ujauzito.That mother attended the clinic throughout her pregnancy.
• Wasichana wengi huacha shule kwa sababu ya ujauzito.Many girls leave school because of pregnancy.
• Madaktari wanashauri lishe bora wakati wa ujauzito.Doctors advise a good diet during pregnancy.

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