うがい
うがい
noun/suru verb
gargling
1.
gargling
The act of rinsing the mouth and throat with liquid.
うがいをする。
To gargle.
帰ったら手洗いとうがいをしなさい。
Wash your hands and gargle when you get home.
うがい薬を使う。
To use gargling medicine.
風邪の予防にはうがいが大切です。
Gargling is important for preventing colds.
喉が痛いので、塩水でうがいをしている。
My throat hurts, so I've been gargling with salt water.
うがい refers to gargling as a hygiene practice.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- うがいをする (to gargle)
- うがい薬 (gargling medicine, mouthwash)
- 手洗いとうがい (handwashing and gargling)
CULTURAL NOTE:
- Gargling is emphasized as a health practice in Japan
- Common advice: うがい、手洗い (gargle, wash hands)
- Especially promoted during cold/flu season