Translation guide
In English, 'follicle' most often refers to a hair follicle, but can also mean an ovarian follicle or other small sac in the body. This guide focuses on the most common uses for learners.
The small cavity from which a hair grows.
The standard anatomical term for hair follicle. Used in medical and everyday contexts.
The fluid-filled sac in the ovary containing an immature egg.
A small, localized collection of lymphoid tissue, such as in lymph nodes.
The standard term for lymph follicle or lymphoid follicle. Used in medical contexts.
毛包が炎症を起こしています。
The hair follicle is inflamed.
Literally 'hair pore', this is the everyday word for the opening of the hair follicle on the skin. Often used in beauty and skincare contexts.
Remove dirt from the pores.
The standard medical term for ovarian follicle.
The ovarian follicle matures.
The lymph follicle is swollen.