epidurale
The Italian word for epidural is epidurale.
The term refers to an anaesthetic.
Meaning: anaesthetic (noun)
Did you know?
- The term epidurale shares its roots with the Latin 'dura mater', which refers to the 'hard mother' or the outermost layer of the meninges surrounding the brain.
- In Italy, the debate over l'epidurale is often framed around the concept of parto naturale, where some traditionalists argue it interferes with the 'natural' experience of childbirth.
- In Italian hospitals, patients often refer to the procedure as fare l'epidurale using the verb 'to do' or 'to make' rather than 'to receive'.
Examples in context
- Ho bisogno di un'epidurale per alleviare il dolore del parto.I need an epidural to alleviate the pain of childbirth.
- L'anestesia epidurale è molto comune durante alcuni interventi chirurgici.Epidural anesthesia is very common during certain surgeries.
- L'epidurale riduce il dolore durante il parto.The epidural reduces pain during childbirth.
- Il medico ha preparato l'epidurale.The doctor prepared the epidural.
- Hai già chiesto l'epidurale?Have you already asked for the epidural?
Example conversation
A couple is discussing birth plans at the hospital.
- MartinaMatteo, voglio chiedere l'epidurale.Matteo, I want to ask for the epidural.
- MatteoHai già parlato con il medico?Have you already spoken with the doctor?
- MartinaSì, l'epidurale è la scelta migliore.Yes, the epidural is the best choice.
- MatteoVa bene, facciamo come preferisci tu.All right, let's do what you prefer.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry epidurale, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries epidurale, CC BY-SA 4.0.
