English–Japanese

“eczema” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiatopī

Example

息子はアトピーで、薬を使っています。musuko wa a to pī de kusuri o tsuka tte i ma su

My son has eczema and uses medicine.

Illustration for アトピー (eczema)

How to say “eczema” in Japanese

“Eczema” in Japanese is アトピー (atopī).

Refers to a long-lasting tendency for the skin to become dry, itchy, and inflamed in response to common substances.

Full entry for アトピー: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with アトピー

医師にアトピーについて相談しました。i shi ni a to pī ni tsu i te sō dan shi ma shi ta

I consulted a doctor about my eczema.

Tips for using アトピー

  • English speakers usually use eczema in everyday conversation, whereas atopic dermatitis identifies the particular type of eczema most closely associated with アトピー (atopī).

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