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Jyutpingco1 ciu4
Yalechō chìuh
Definition
Menarche; a female's first menstrual period.
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How it's used
This is a formal medical term used to describe the onset of menstruation. In casual daily conversation, people almost always use the phrase 嚟月經 or 嚟M instead, as using this specific term can sound overly clinical or like a textbook definition.
Examples
After she had her first period, she seemed to have grown up.
Do you remember when you had your first period?
Related words
Common phrases
to experience menarche
Common mistake
Do not use this word in casual conversation with friends, as it sounds like you are reading from a biology textbook. Stick to 嚟M or 嚟月經 for everyday speech.
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Grammar guides
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