Translation guide
HPV (human papillomavirus) is a common virus. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by the English abbreviation 'HPV' or the full Japanese term. This guide covers how to talk about HPV in medical, everyday, and informational contexts.
Referring to the human papillomavirus in medical, scientific, or formal contexts.
The English abbreviation 'HPV' is widely understood in Japanese medical and public health contexts. Pronounced エイチピーブイ.
HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer.
Talking about the vaccine against HPV.
The standard term for the HPV vaccine. Often used in public health campaigns.
I recommend getting the HPV vaccine.
Referring to medical testing for HPV.
Standard term for an HPV test.
The HPV test result was negative.
Talking about being infected with HPV.
Used in medical contexts. Can be combined with verbs like する (to become infected) or している (to be infected).
HPV is pronounced as individual letters: エイチ (H), ピー (P), ブイ (V). Avoid saying 'hpv' as a word.
While 子宮頸がんワクチン is widely understood, it specifically refers to cervical cancer prevention. HPVワクチン is more accurate as it covers other HPV-related cancers and conditions.
The full Japanese term, used in formal medical documents or explanations.
I will explain about human papillomavirus infection.
Literally 'cervical cancer vaccine'. Commonly used in everyday conversation, though it only covers one aspect of HPV prevention.
You can get the cervical cancer vaccine for free.
I found out I am infected with HPV.