How to Talk About Your Period in German
Many German learners struggle to talk about their menstrual symptoms with a doctor, pharmacist, or even friends because they lack the appropriate vocabulary.
In this article, you’ll learn useful German words and phrases to confidently discuss period pain, cramps, and related issues.
Basic Vocabulary: Menstrual Symptoms in German
Here are some keywords you need to know:
| German | English |
|---|---|
| die Menstruation / die Periode / die Tage (colloquial) / die Regel | Menstruation / Period |
| die Krämpfe | Cramps |
| die Menstruationsschmerzen | Menstrual pain |
| die Unterleibsschmerzen | Lower abdominal pain |
| die Rückenschmerzen | Back pain |
| die Kopfschmerzen | Headache |
| die Blähungen | Bloating |
| die Übelkeit | Nausea |
| die Müdigkeit / die Erschöpfung | Fatigue |
| die Stimmungsschwankungen | Mood swings |
| das Schmerzmittel | Pain killers |
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How to Say “I Have Period Pain” in German
If you need to leave work or a private event early due to severe menstrual pain, here are some helpful phrases to know.
| German | English |
|---|---|
| Ich habe starke Unterleibsschmerzen. | I have severe lower abdominal pain. |
| Ich habe meine Tage und fühle mich nicht wohl. | I have my period and don’t feel well. |
| Ich habe Krämpfe und Rückenschmerzen. | I have cramps and back pain. |
| Meine Periode ist sehr schmerzhaft. | My period is very painful. |
| Ich fühle mich müde und erschöpft wegen meiner Periode. | I feel tired and exhausted because of my period. |
Talking to a Doctor or Pharmacist
If you need medication or medical advice, consider the following helpful phrases.
| German | English |
|---|---|
| Ich habe starke Menstruationsschmerzen. Gibt es etwas dagegen? | I have severe menstrual pain. Is there anything for it? |
| Welche Schmerzmittel helfen am besten gegen Regelschmerzen? | Which painkillers work best for period pain? |
| Ich habe oft sehr starke Krämpfe, wenn ich meine Periode habe. | I often get very strong cramps when I’m on my period. |
| Gibt es natürliche Mittel gegen Menstruationsschmerzen? | Are there natural remedies for menstrual pain? |
| Meine Periode / mein Zyklus ist sehr unregelmäßig. | My period/cycle is irregular. |
| Meine Periode ist überfällig. / Ich bin überfällig. | My period is late. / I am overdue. |
| Meine Brüste tun weh, wenn ich meine Periode habe. | My breasts hurt when I’m on my period. |
Colloquial Ways to Talk About Your Period in German
When talking to your friends or people you know very well, you would refer to your period as “die Tage”.
| German | English |
|---|---|
| Ich habe meine Tage. | I have my period. |
| Ich glaube, Ich bekomme meine Tage. | I think I’m getting my period. |
| Wenn ich meine Tage habe, bekomme ich immer schlimme Rückenschmerzen. | When I have my period, I always get severe back pain. |
| Mein Bauch fühlt sich aufgebläht an. | My belly feels bloated. |
| Ich brauche eine Wärmflasche. | I need a hot water bottle. |
Conclusion: Speak Confidently About Your Period in German
Having your period every month is hard enough—struggling to find the right words to get relief shouldn’t make it harder. Now, you can confidently talk about menstrual pain, ask for help at the pharmacy, or simply discuss your period in German. We hope you found this article helpful!
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