Going through the menopause - 6 Minute English

The menopause can be a difficult time in a woman’s life. But with age comes wisdom and experience and in more and more societies around the world the menopause is being talked about more openly. That's what Sam and Georgina talk about, as they teach you related vocabulary.

What is the average age for a woman to reach the menopause in Britain?
a) 49
b) 51
c) 53

Listen to the programme to find out the answer.

Vocabulary

taboo
custom to avoid publicly talking about certain topics or doing certain activities for social or religious reasons, or because people find discussing them uncomfortable

pay your dues
do what’s expected of you; do your duty (UK)

surplus to requirements
no longer needed

ageism
the unfair treatment of older people because of their age

symptom
something wrong with your body or mind that is a sign of some illness or physical process

double whammy
situation where two unpleasant things happen at the same time (informal)

To download the audio and a transcript, go to:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english/ep-210930

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