French word

reproductif

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁəpʁodyktif/

Meaning

  • adjectivereproductive

Example

La santé reproductive est importante.

Reproductive health is important.

Illustration for reproductif (reproductive)

More examples

La santé reproductive inclut le suivi gynécologique.

Reproductive health includes gynecological checkups.

Core concept

An organism's reproductive system and its ability to produce offspring.

Common phrases

  • santé reproductive

    reproductive health

Similar words

biologique: Relating to living organisms, their bodies, functions, or life.

Definition in French

S'emploie pour décrire des caractéristiques liées à la reproduction ou à la capacité de se reproduire chez un organisme.

Word origin

The adjective reproductif belongs to the French family of reproduire and reproduction, ultimately from Latin reproducere, meaning 'produce again'.

Usage tips

  • As an adjective, reproductif agrees in gender and number: reproductif, reproductive, reproductifs, reproductives.

Other meanings

  • breedingadjective

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