1.
illness, sickness, disease
A condition that impairs normal physical or mental functions. Can range from minor to serious.
病気 refers to illness or disease, covering both minor and serious conditions.
Common expressions
Similar words
- 病気: illness (internal causes)
- けが: injury (external causes)
Related words
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Antonym:
元気 (healthy, well, energetic)
Compare:
けが (injury (external cause))
Synonym:
病 (illness (literary))
Related:
病院 (hospital)
Related:
病人 (sick person)
Related:
入院 (hospitalization)
Related:
通院 (outpatient visits)
Compare:
体調不良 (poor physical condition)