Translation guide
ACL refers to the anterior cruciate ligament, a key ligament in the knee. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to by the English abbreviation or the full medical term.
anterior cruciate ligament
Referring to the ligament itself in medical or sports contexts.
The English abbreviation is widely understood in Japanese medical and sports contexts.
He injured his ACL.
The full Japanese medical term. Used in formal medical documents or explanations.
I was diagnosed with an ACL tear.
Talking about an injury to the ACL.
Common phrase for ACL injury.
ACL injuries often happen in sports.
Specifically means ACL rupture/tear.
Referring to the surgical procedure to repair the ACL.
Standard term for ACL reconstruction surgery.
Rehab after ACL reconstruction is tough.
Full formal term.
In everyday conversation, especially among athletes or in sports medicine, the English abbreviation 'ACL' (pronounced エーシーエル) is very common and often preferred over the full Japanese term.
I had surgery for an ACL tear.
ACL reconstruction is performed arthroscopically.