1.
nutritional supplement; tonic; nutrient preparation
A product taken to supplement nutrition, including vitamin drinks, energy tonics, and nutritional supplements. Common in Japan's health product market.
栄養剤を飲んだ。
I took a nutritional supplement.
疲れたときは栄養剤に頼ることがある。
When I'm tired, I sometimes rely on nutritional supplements.
医師から栄養剤の点滴を受けた。
I received a nutritional supplement via IV drip from the doctor.
USAGE:
Covers a wide range of products from over-the-counter vitamin drinks (like those sold at convenience stores) to medical nutrient preparations administered in hospitals. In everyday use, often refers to energy drinks and vitamin supplements.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 栄養剤を飲む (to take a nutritional supplement)
- 栄養剤の点滴 (nutritional IV drip)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- サプリメント: supplement — loanword, often used for tablets and capsules
- 栄養ドリンク: energy drink — specifically liquid form
- 健康食品: health food — broader category