1.
clinic; doctor's office
A small medical facility, typically a private practice smaller than a hospital, providing outpatient care.
クリニック is commonly used for small private medical practices.
Types
- 内科クリニック: internal medicine clinic
- 皮膚科クリニック: dermatology clinic
- 歯科クリニック: dental clinic
- 美容クリニック: cosmetic/beauty clinic
- 心療内科クリニック: psychosomatic medicine clinic
Similar words
Usage
クリニック sounds more modern and is often used in the names of newer private practices, while 医院 is a more traditional term for a doctor's office.
Related Words
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病院 (hospital (larger, inpatient))
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医院 (clinic, doctor's office)
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総合病院 (general hospital)
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医療機関 (medical institution)