das Fruchtwasser
amniotic fluid
The fluid that surrounds and protects the unborn child in the uterus.
EXAMPLE
Die Ärztin untersuchte das Fruchtwasser auf mögliche Auffälligkeiten.
The doctor examined the amniotic fluid for possible abnormalities.
das Fruchtwasser
amniotic fluid
das Fruchtwasser
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Fruchtwasser, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Fruchtwassers |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Fruchtwasser | – |
| accusative | das Fruchtwasser | – |
| dative | dem Fruchtwasser | – |
| genitive | des Fruchtwassers | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Word composition
'Fruchtwasser' is made up of 'Frucht' (fetus) and 'Wasser' (water). In this medical context, 'Frucht' refers to the unborn child, not an edible fruit.
EXAMPLE
Während der Schwangerschaft bildet sich das Fruchtwasser ständig neu.
During pregnancy, the amniotic fluid is constantly replenished.
Medical context
'Fruchtwasser' is used mainly in connection with pregnancy, childbirth, and medical examinations. Typical compound terms include 'Fruchtwasseruntersuchung' (amniotic fluid test) and 'Fruchtwassermenge' (amount of amniotic fluid).
EXAMPLE
Die Hebamme erklärte, warum die Menge des Fruchtwassers kontrolliert wird.
The midwife explained why the amount of amniotic fluid is being monitored.
Typical collocations
'Fruchtwasser' frequently occurs with verbs such as 'untersuchen' (to examine), 'abgehen' (to leak or be discharged), and 'verlieren' (to lose). The phrase 'Fruchtwasser kontrollieren' (to monitor the amniotic fluid) is also common in medical contexts.
EXAMPLE
Im Krankenhaus wurde das Fruchtwasser untersucht, nachdem es plötzlich abgegangen war.
The amniotic fluid was examined at the hospital after it suddenly started leaking.
In real life
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