reproductive cycle phase

[rɪˌprɒdʌktɪv ˈsaɪkəl feɪz]
nounfemininepl: reproductive cycle phases / fases do ciclo reprodutivo
fase do ciclo reprodutivo
1. A distinct stage in the recurring physiological process of reproduction, characterized by specific hormonal, physical, and behavioral changes
The menstrual cycle has four main reproductive cycle phases: menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase.
O ciclo menstrual possui quatro fases principais do ciclo reprodutivo: menstruação, fase folicular, ovulação e fase lútea.
2. Any distinct period within the biological cycle of sexual reproduction in organisms
Scientists study each reproductive cycle phase to understand fertility patterns.
Os cientistas estudam cada fase do ciclo reprodutivo para compreender os padrões de fertilidade.
This term is primarily used in medical, scientific, and educational contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, discussion of reproductive health has become increasingly normalized in healthcare and educational settings. The term is neutral and technical, used by healthcare providers, biologists, and health educators.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cycle phasereproductive phasemenstrual phaseestrous phase
Antonyms / Antônimos
infertile perioddormant phase

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
fase do ciclo reprodutivo
standard medical and scientific terminology
Rio de Janeiro
fase do ciclo reprodutivo / etapa do ciclo menstrual
medical professionals use standard terminology
São Paulo
fase do ciclo reprodutivo
commonly used in medical and educational contexts
Portugal
fase do ciclo reprodutivo
identical usage in European Portuguese medical contexts

Related Words

menstrual cycleovulationhormonesfertilityestrogenprogesteronefolliclecorpus luteum

Related Idioms & Phrases

estar em fase fértil
durante o ciclo menstrual
na época de ovulação
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