Translation guide
A system of alternative medicine based on the principle of 'like cures like', using highly diluted substances.
Referring to the practice or system of homeopathic medicine.
The standard loanword for homeopathy, widely understood in medical and alternative medicine contexts.
彼女はホメオパシーを勉強しています。
She is studying homeopathy.
Literally 'homeopathy therapy', used to emphasize the therapeutic aspect. Redundant in most contexts.
ホメオパシー療法を試してみたいです。
I'd like to try homeopathy therapy.
Referring to a specific homeopathic preparation or medicine.
The most natural way to say 'homeopathic remedy'. 'レメディ' is a common loanword in this context.
このホメオパシーのレメディは風邪に効きます。
This homeopathic remedy works for colds.
Literally 'homeopathy medicine'. Used, but 'レメディ' is more common in alternative medicine circles.
Homeopathy is a specific system. Do not use ホメオパシー to mean general natural or herbal medicine. Use 自然療法 (しぜんりょうほう) for naturopathy or 漢方 (かんぽう) for traditional Chinese/Japanese herbal medicine.
自然療法に興味があります。
I'm interested in natural medicine.
A direct Japanese translation meaning 'same kind therapy'. Used in formal or academic writing, but less common in everyday speech.
同種療法は18世紀にドイツで生まれました。
Homeopathy originated in Germany in the 18th century.
ホメオパシー薬は普通の薬局では買えません。
You can't buy homeopathic medicines at regular pharmacies.