kei1 toi1畸胎
Jyutpingkei1 toi1
Yalekēi tōi
Definition
An abnormally developed fetus; a fetal anomaly.
neutralhealth
How it's used
This term is used primarily in medical or formal contexts when discussing pregnancy complications. It carries a clinical tone and is rarely used in casual conversation unless specifically discussing health issues or scientific findings.
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The doctor said they detected a fetal anomaly.
Why do fetal anomalies occur?
Related words
Common phrases
fetal anomaly occurs
check for fetal anomalies
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe a person or a child directly, as it is highly offensive and dehumanizing. It refers strictly to the medical condition of the fetus during development.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
