period devices

[/ˈpɪəriəd dɪˈvaɪsɪz/]
nounpl: period devices
produtos de higiene menstrual
1. Sanitary products used to absorb menstrual flow during menstruation
Period devices such as pads and tampons are essential hygiene products for menstruating individuals.
Produtos de higiene menstrual, como absorventes e tampões, são produtos essenciais para pessoas menstruadas.
2. Medical or reusable devices designed to manage menstruation
Modern period devices include menstrual cups and period underwear.
Os produtos de higiene menstrual modernos incluem copos menstruais e calcinhas absorventes.
In Brazil, discussions about period devices have become increasingly normalized in recent years, particularly among younger generations and in public health campaigns. The term 'produtos de higiene menstrual' is widely used in healthcare and commercial contexts. Access to period products remains a public health discussion in both Brazil and the US, with some initiatives working toward making them more affordable and accessible.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
menstrual productssanitary productsfeminine hygiene productsperiod products

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
produtos de higiene menstrual
Most common and formal term used across Brazil
General Brazilian
absorventes
Colloquial term commonly used for sanitary pads specifically
Portugal
produtos de higiene menstrual
Same formal term used in European Portuguese
Portugal
pensos higiénicos
Alternative Portuguese term for sanitary pads

Related Words

menstruationtamponsanitary padmenstrual cupperiod underwearfeminine hygiene

Related Idioms & Phrases

time of the month
that time of the month
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