ナース
nāsuA 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 '看護婦' (kangofu) is an older term that is now considered somewhat outdated or gendered.