ナース
ナースが患者の様子を見ています
The nurse is checking on the patient.
A healthcare professional who provides medical care and support to patients, typically in hospitals or clinics.
ナースは患者の血圧を測りました
The nurse measured the patient's blood pressure.
In Japanese, 'ナース' is a loanword from English and is commonly used in medical contexts.
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Pro Tip
Gender-Neutral Usage
'ナース' is gender-neutral, unlike the older term '看護婦' which specifically refers to female nurses.
Gold Rule
Professional Context
Use 'ナース' in formal medical contexts, but be aware that '看護師' is the more professional and widely accepted term.
Word Origin
Derived from the English word 'nurse', borrowed into Japanese as 'ナース' to refer to medical professionals in the nursing field.
Usage Notes
While 'ナース' is commonly used, the more formal and traditional term is '看護師' (kangoshi). '看護婦' (kangofu) is an older term that is now considered somewhat outdated or gendered.