Translation guide
The abbreviation 'IV' most commonly refers to an intravenous drip or line in medical contexts. This guide covers how to express this concept in Japanese.
IV (intravenous drip)
Referring to the medical procedure or equipment for delivering fluids or medication directly into a vein.
The standard term for an intravenous drip. It can refer to both the procedure and the equipment.
彼は入院中、点滴を受けている。
He is receiving an IV while hospitalized.
It hurt when they inserted the IV needle.
Literally 'drip injection', a more technical term often used in medical settings.
I'll start the IV now.
Means 'intravenous injection'. More clinical and less common in everyday conversation.
Please prepare for the intravenous injection.