胃腸(いちょう)

いちょう
noun
stomach and intestines; gastrointestinal tract
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See also: 銀杏(いちょう) (ginkgo)
1. stomach and intestines; digestive organs; gastrointestinal tract
Refers collectively to the stomach and intestines, or more broadly to the digestive system. Commonly used when discussing digestive health.
胃腸(いちょう)の調子(ちょうし)が悪(わる)い。
My stomach isn't doing well.
胃腸(いちょう)が弱(よわ)いので辛(から)いものは食(た)べられない。
I have a weak stomach, so I can't eat spicy food.
ストレスで胃腸(いちょう)の働(はたら)きが低下(ていか)することがある。
Stress can reduce the functioning of the digestive system.

Usage

胃腸(いちょう) is the standard everyday term for the digestive tract. Japanese people frequently talk about 胃腸(いちょう) health, especially in relation to stress, seasonal changes, and diet.

Common collocations

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