Translation of Japanese word "包帯" to English
包帯
ほうたい
[houtai]
IPA: /houtai/
Meaning
NounA strip of gauze or similar material used to protect or support a wound or injury.
How to use
包帯 (houtai) — 'bandage / dressing'. 包帯を巻く — wrap a bandage. 絆創膏 (bansoukou) — adhesive plaster / Band-Aid.
🇬🇧 English
bandage
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 包帯
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ほうたい
Romaji Transcription: houtai
Example Sentences
包帯をしてください。
ほうたいをしてください。
Please put on a bandage.
包帯が必要です。
ほうたいがひつようです。
I need a bandage.
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Common phrases
- 包帯を巻く— wrap bandage
- 包帯を取る— remove bandage
- 包帯で固定する— fixate with bandage
Frequency rank: #582 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "包帯" mean?▼
The Japanese word "包帯" means "bandage" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "包帯"?▼
The word "包帯" is read as "ほうたい" (houtai). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to a strip of cloth used to protect an injured area.".
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