Translation guide
The soft tissue surrounding the teeth. In Japanese, the most common word is 歯茎 (はぐき). There are also anatomical terms and related expressions.
The soft tissue around the teeth
The standard, everyday word for gums. Used in both casual and formal contexts.
歯茎が腫れている。
My gums are swollen.
My gums bleed.
A more formal or anatomical term for gums, often used in medical contexts or by dentists.
Treatment for gingivitis is necessary.
A rare kanji for gums, almost never used in modern Japanese. The reading is the same as 歯茎.
The gums are the tissue that supports the teeth.