Translation guide
In Japan, regular health checkups are a common part of life, often provided by employers or local governments. This guide covers how to talk about getting a checkup, the different types, and related expressions.
Referring to a routine medical examination to assess overall health.
The standard term for a health checkup, often used for annual exams at work or school.
I have a company health checkup next month.
When will the results of the health checkup arrive?
A more casual term, often used for quick or informal health checks, like those at a pharmacy or event.
I got a free health check at the pharmacy.
Often used for specific screenings (e.g., cancer screening), but can refer to a checkup in context.
It's important to get regular checkups.
Referring to a thorough, often day-long or overnight health examination with many tests.
A comprehensive health checkup package, usually done at a hospital or clinic, often including advanced tests like endoscopy or CT scans.
I plan to have a comprehensive health checkup this year.
Literally 'comprehensive health checkup', a more formal term sometimes used interchangeably with 人間ドック.
Referring to a checkup focused on a particular disease or condition, like cancer or lifestyle diseases.
How to say 'to get/have a health checkup' in Japanese.
健康診断 is a basic health checkup, often mandatory at workplaces. 人間ドック is an optional, comprehensive package with more advanced tests, usually at your own expense.
In Japan, annual health checkups are often provided by employers or local governments. It's common to hear phrases like 会社の健康診断 (company health checkup) or 市の検診 (city screening).
I had a health checkup yesterday.
The company requires all employees to get an annual health checkup.
Health insurance doesn't cover the cost of a human dock.
I made an appointment for a comprehensive health checkup.
People over 40 must undergo a specific health checkup.
I'm going for a comprehensive checkup next week.