English–Japanese
“depression” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiutsu
Example
友達がうつについて話してくれました。tomo dachi ga u tsu ni tsu i te hana shi te ku re ma shi ta
My friend talked to me about depression.
How to say “depression” in Japanese
“Depression” in Japanese is うつ (utsu).
Refers to a persistent state of sadness or emptiness that affects how a person feels, thinks, and functions.
Example sentences with うつ
医師に相談して、うつへの理解が深まりました。i shi ni sō dan shi te u tsu e no ri kai ga fuka ma ri ma shi ta
After consulting a doctor, I gained a better understanding of depression.
Tips for using うつ
- The English word depression also means an economic downturn or a lowered area, but うつ (utsu) in this sense concerns a person's mental health.