gynécologue

gynaecologist

noun zhee-neh-koh-LOG Rare

Origin: Greek gynē (woman) + logos (study)

Usage Note

Gynécologue is the standard French term for a specialist in women's reproductive health. The word is both masculine and feminine (un gynécologue / une gynécologue), changing only by article. A common abbreviation in informal speech is gynéco. The related field is gynécologie, and an obstétricien specialises specifically in childbirth.

Examples

"Elle consulte sa gynécologue une fois par an."

Natural Translation

She sees her gynaecologist once a year.

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