Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

partera

noun
/pɑːrˈtɛərə/
Definition
A person trained to assist in childbirth; a midwife.
Examples
  • Maria worked as a partera for over fifteen years, helping countless mothers bring their babies into the world.
  • In some cultures, a partera is respected as a key figure in both the healthcare system and the community.
  • The role of a partera goes beyond just delivery; they offer emotional and physical support to mothers before, during, and after childbirth.
Meaning
Partera is the Spanish term for midwife, referring to someone who aids women during labor and delivery, providing support and care throughout the process.
Synonyms
  • midwife
  • childbirth assistant
  • obstetrician (in a more technical context)