1.
nutritionist; dietitian
A professional qualified to plan meals and give dietary guidance, working in places such as schools, hospitals, and company cafeterias. In Japan the title requires a prefectural license.
栄養士に相談する。
To consult a nutritionist.
彼女は病院で栄養士として働いている。
She works as a dietitian at a hospital.
学校の栄養士が、子どもの成長に合わせた献立を考えている。
The school's nutritionist plans menus suited to the children's growth.
Composed of 栄養 (nutrition) + 士 (qualified professional).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 管理栄養士: registered dietitian (a higher national qualification)
- 栄養士の資格: a nutritionist's license
- 学校栄養士: school nutritionist
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 管理栄養士: registered dietitian — a more advanced national qualification handling medical nutrition; 栄養士 is the prefectural-level license.