Translation guide
The English word 'irritant' can refer to a substance that causes physical irritation, or to a person or thing that annoys. This guide covers both meanings, with natural Japanese expressions for each.
A substance that causes itching, inflammation, or discomfort to the body.
General term for an irritating substance, often used in medical or chemical contexts.
A person or thing that causes annoyance or frustration.
Common expression for something or someone that irritates you emotionally.
The English word 'irritant' is not commonly translated directly into a single Japanese noun. Instead, Japanese often uses descriptive phrases or verbs to express the concept. Avoid using a dictionary noun unless the context is clearly scientific or medical.
This cream does not contain irritants.
More formal or scientific term for an irritating substance.
A chemical irritant got into my eyes.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'something that irritates the skin'.
This soap doesn't contain anything that irritates the skin.
His attitude is an irritant.
Refers to a troublesome person, a nuisance. Slightly stronger than 'irritant'.
He's an irritant at the workplace.
Colloquial phrase meaning 'something that gets on your nerves'.
That sound is a real irritant.
Literary expression meaning 'source of irritation'.
His irresponsibility is an irritant.