妊婦
Meanings
1
pregnant woman; expectant mother
A neutral noun referring to a woman who is pregnant; often used in medical, public-service, and everyday contexts.
I gave up my seat on the train to a pregnant woman.
This medicine cannot be used by pregnant women.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が妊婦に席を譲るto give up one's seat for a pregnant woman
A young man gave up his seat for a pregnant woman on the train.
- 妊婦は〈物〉を控えるpregnant women should avoid/limit (something)
Pregnant women should avoid alcohol and tobacco.
- 妊婦にやさしい〈物・場所〉friendly/accommodating to pregnant women
This hospital has facilities that are considerate of pregnant women.