Japanese Conversation · Level 107
60 words
Japanese word
子宮
Pronunciation
Romajishikyū
Meaning
- nounuterus
Example
医師が子宮を調べます。i shi ga shi kyū o shira be ma su
The doctor examines the uterus.
More examples
妊娠すると、子宮は少しずつ大きくなります。nin shin su ru to shi kyū wa suko shi zu tsu ō ki ku na ri ma su
During pregnancy, the uterus gradually becomes larger.
Core concept
Refers to the internal organ that supports the growth of a fetus before birth.
Common phrases
子宮の検査shi kyū no ken sa
uterine examination
子宮を調べるshi kyū o shira be ru
examine the uterus
Definition in Japanese
女性の体内にあり、妊娠時に胎児を育てる器官。jo sei no tai nai ni a ri nin shin ji ni tai ji o soda te ru ki kan
Word origin
The Japanese word 子宮 (shikyū, "uterus") is made from 子 (shi, "child") and 宮 (kyū, "palace"), linking the organ with the place where a child grows.
Usage tips
- In English, uterus commonly appears in conversations about pregnancy, childbirth, and health, making it useful beyond visits to a doctor.