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Inkontinenz

incontinence

noun in-kon-ti-NENTS Rare
Body & Health Health & Illness

Origin: from Latin incontinentia, lack of restraint

Also means

inability to control bladder or bowel

Usage Note

Inkontinenz most commonly refers to Harninkontinenz (urinary incontinence), the involuntary leakage of urine, though Stuhlinkontinenz (faecal incontinence) also exists. It affects many people, especially older adults, and is a common topic in German healthcare discussions.

Examples

"Inkontinenz ist ein häufiges Problem nach der Geburt, über das man offen sprechen sollte."

Natural Translation

Incontinence is a common problem after childbirth that people should talk about openly.

Literal Translation

Incontinence is a frequent problem after the birth, about which one openly speak should.

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