Translation guide
In Japanese, the most common word for 'bandage' is 絆創膏 (ばんそうこう), which specifically refers to adhesive bandages like Band-Aids. For rolled gauze or medical bandages, use 包帯 (ほうたい). The general term 包帯 can also cover bandages broadly, but 絆創膏 is the everyday word for small cuts.
adhesive bandage (Band-Aid)
medical bandage (gauze roll)
A small sticky strip used to cover minor cuts and wounds.
The standard word for adhesive bandages. Often used in daily conversation.
Please put on a bandage.
The bandage came off.
The brand name 'Band-Aid' used generically, similar to English. Common in casual speech.
Do you have a Band-Aid?
A common brand name used generically for adhesive bandages, especially in casual contexts.
I'll put a bandage on for you.
A strip of cloth or gauze used to wrap a wound or injury.
Refers to rolled gauze or medical bandages used for wrapping injuries. Not for small adhesive strips.
Please wrap the bandage.
Specifically gauze, often used under a bandage or as a dressing. Not a bandage itself but closely related.
The action of applying a bandage.
包帯 refers to rolled bandages, not the small sticky strips. Using it for a Band-Aid will sound unnatural.
In casual speech, Japanese people often use brand names like バンドエイド or カットバン for adhesive bandages, similar to how 'Band-Aid' is used generically in English.
Do you have a bandage?
Asking for an adhesive bandage.
The doctor wrapped a bandage around my ankle.
You need to change the bandage.
Apply gauze and then wrap the bandage.