大姨妈 (dà yí mā) — Meaning 'big aunt

Literally meaning 'big aunt', this euphemism refers to menstruation. It’s often used humorously among women when discussing their periods.

Example Usage

最近有点不舒服,可能是大姨妈来了。

I’ve been feeling a bit unwell lately; it might be that my big aunt has arrived.

Cultural Context

This term is a humorous and slightly euphemistic way for women to discuss menstruation.

Category: daily-life