Maternidad (en. Maternity)
/mater.ni.ðad/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Period and state of a woman's life when she has given birth or is about to give birth.
Maternity brings with it many responsibilities.
La maternidad trae consigo muchas responsabilidades.
Institution or service intended to care for mothers and their children.
Maternity provides comprehensive care for newborns.
La maternidad ofrece atención integral a las recién nacidas.
Feeling or emotional experience associated with raising children.
Maternity is a transformative experience for many women.
La maternidad es una experiencia transformadora para muchas mujeres.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'maternitas', which means 'mother'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
happy maternity
State of joy and fulfillment during the upbringing of a child.
maternidad feliz
maternity leave
Work permit granted to the mother after the birth of a child.
licencia de maternidad
maternal care
Attention and protection provided by a mother to her children.
cuidado materno
Related Words
mother
A person who has given birth or raised a child.
madre
gestation
Period of development of the embryo or fetus in the womb.
gestación
surrogacy
Practice in which a pregnant woman carries the pregnancy for another person or couple.
maternidad subrogada
Slang Meanings
Upbringing
Upbringing is an essential part of maternity.
La crianza es una parte esencial de la maternidad.
Mommy
The mommy of the party is always the one who takes care of everyone.
La mami de la fiesta es siempre la que cuida a todos.