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calcium
A mineral essential for bone health, teeth, and bodily functions. Commonly discussed in the context of diet and nutrition.
Common collocations
- カルシウムを摂る: to take/consume calcium
- カルシウム不足: calcium deficiency
- カルシウムが豊富: rich in calcium
- カルシウムが含まれている: contains calcium
Cultural note
In Japanese folk wisdom, there is a common saying that someone who is irritable needs more カルシウム (calcium). While not scientifically established, the expression カルシウムが足りないんじゃない？ (Maybe you're not getting enough calcium?) is sometimes said jokingly to someone who is short-tempered.