Correct spelling for the English word "tripara" is [tɹa͡ɪpˈɑːɹə], [tɹaɪpˈɑːɹə], [t_ɹ_aɪ_p_ˈɑː_ɹ_ə] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
"Tripara" is a term used in obstetrics and gynecology to describe a woman who has completed three pregnancies. Derived from the Latin word "tri" meaning three and "para" meaning to bear or produce offspring, the term specifically refers to a female individual who has given birth to three or more viable infants, regardless of whether the infants were delivered as singletons, twins, or multiples.
In medical terminology, the concept of "tripara" is often used to classify women based on the number of pregnancies they have had, alongside the terms "nullipara" (no pregnancies), "primipara" (one pregnancy resulting in a live birth or a viable fetus), "multipara" (any woman who has had two or more pregnancies resulting in viable offspring), and "grand multipara" (referring to females who have given birth to five or more viable infants). These classifications help healthcare providers to better understand a woman's obstetric history and can be useful in evaluating and managing potential risks associated with subsequent pregnancies.
Knowing that a woman is a "tripara" can aid in determining appropriate medical interventions, understanding potential risks such as preterm labor, fetal complications, or maternal health issues, and providing individualized care during prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum periods. It is important to note that the term "tripara" is primarily used within the medical field and may not be commonly used in everyday language.
A woman who has borne three children in as many pregnancies.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.