seon6 caan2順產顺产
Jyutpingseon6 caan2
Yaleseuhn cháan
Definition
To have a natural, smooth childbirth, or to successfully manufacture a product.
- to have a natural childbirth; to give birth smoothly without complications
- to successfully manufacture or produce a product
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How it's used
Refers specifically to vaginal delivery as opposed to a caesarean section, which is called 開刀. It carries a positive connotation of a healthy, uncomplicated process for both mother and baby. While it can technically apply to manufacturing, using it for anything other than childbirth sounds highly unusual and potentially confusing to native speakers.
Examples
She wants a natural birth, so she has been exercising.
The doctor says her physical condition is good, so she can consider a natural birth.
Related words
Common phrases
insist on a natural birth
plan for a natural birth
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe the act of manufacturing goods, as it is almost exclusively reserved for medical contexts involving childbirth. For industrial production, use words like 生產 or 製造 instead.
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