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Definition
To stop having periods; to go through menopause.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the cessation of menstruation, often associated with menopause. While it describes a biological process, it is used in casual conversation to discuss health or aging. It is more direct than euphemisms but remains a standard term in medical and everyday contexts.
Examples
It seems like she has stopped having her periods recently.
At what age did you start menopause?
Related words
Common phrases
early menopause
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply having a late period, which is usually described as 遲咗嚟. Use this term only when referring to the permanent cessation of the menstrual cycle.
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Grammar guides
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