co5 jyut6坐月
Jyutpingco5 jyut6
Yalechóh yuht
Definition
To confinement; to rest and recover at home for a month after giving birth, following East Asian tradition.
colloquialhealthfamily
How it's used
Focuses on the specific month of postpartum recovery where traditional dietary and lifestyle restrictions are strictly observed. It is common to hear people ask about the quality of the confinement, often referring to the specific meals or the help received from family members or professional confinement nannies. The term carries a strong cultural weight regarding health restoration and family care.
Examples
She just gave birth and is at home doing her confinement period now.
Did you eat ginger and pig's trotter stew to nourish yourself during your confinement?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply resting or taking a vacation. It refers specifically to the postpartum period and implies a set of traditional health practices that are distinct from general recovery.
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