Translation guide
A dendrite is a branched projection of a neuron that receives signals from other neurons. In Japanese, the standard term is 樹状突起 (じゅじょうとっき), used in biology and neuroscience. This guide covers the primary scientific term and related expressions.
The branched extension of a nerve cell that receives electrochemical signals.
Standard scientific term for dendrite. Literally 'tree-like process'. Used in textbooks, research, and formal contexts.
The dendrites of a neuron receive signals from other cells.
The branching pattern of dendrites affects neural function.
Katakana loanword from English 'dendrite'. Common in casual scientific conversation or when referring to the concept in a more general sense, but 樹状突起 is preferred in formal writing.
Calcium is important for dendrite growth.
A branching, tree-like crystal structure formed during solidification of metals or other materials.
Both refer to dendrites of neurons. 樹状突起 is the formal Japanese term, while デンドライト is a loanword. In academic papers, 樹状突起 is almost always used. デンドライト may appear in informal contexts or when speaking with non-specialists, but it can sound slightly less precise.
Additive elements are used to suppress the growth of dendritic crystals.