Translation guide
Expressing the state of being in good health in Japanese, from general well-being to specific conditions.
Describing a state of overall physical well-being.
The most common and neutral word for 'health' or 'good health'. Can be used in most contexts.
Good health is the most important thing.
He always looks healthy.
Often translated as 'energetic' or 'well', but commonly used to mean 'in good health', especially in greetings and casual conversation.
Literally 'physical condition is good', used to describe one's current health status.
I'm feeling well today.
Expressing a wish for someone's continued health, often in formal or written contexts.
A formal expression used in letters or speeches to wish someone good health.
I wish you all good health.
A casual way to say 'take care' or 'stay well', often used when parting.
Well then, take care.
Referring to habits or conditions that promote good health.
Means 'healthy lifestyle'. The adjective 健康的 (healthy) modifies 生活 (life/lifestyle).
I want to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Describing the return to good health after illness.
健康 refers to physical health in a more objective or medical sense, while 元気 implies vitality and energy. 元気 is more common in daily greetings.
Get a health checkup.
A child full of energy.
全快おめでとう。
Congratulations on your full recovery.