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menopausia

menopause

noun meh-noh-POW-syah Rare

Origin: From Greek roots meaning 'month' + 'cessation'.

Usage Note

Menopausia is the standard medical and everyday term for the end of the menstrual cycle. The related adjective is menopáusico/-a. In conversation, speakers may also use the phrase el climaterio as a slightly more clinical synonym.

Examples

"La menopausia comienza a distintas edades."

Natural Translation

Menopause begins at different ages.

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