怀孕

怀孕 means 'pregnant' in English. It describes a woman who is carrying a child in her womb, typically referring to the state of being pregnant rather than the act of becoming pregnant.

The character 怀 (huái) originally meant 'to carry' or 'to hold,' and 孕 (yùn) means 'to be pregnant' or 'to gestate.' Together, they form a compound that precisely conveys the condition of being pregnant.

怀孕 is commonly used in medical, social, and personal contexts. In Chinese culture, it is often discussed openly, and women may share their pregnancy status with family, friends, and coworkers. It is also used in phrases like 怀孕期间 (during pregnancy) or 怀孕检查 (pregnancy check).