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.
彼の態度はいらいらさせるものだ。
His attitude is an irritant.
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.
このクリームは刺激物を含んでいません。
This cream does not contain irritants.
More formal or scientific term for an irritating substance.
化学刺激物質が目に入った。
A chemical irritant got into my eyes.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'something that irritates the skin'.
この石鹸は肌に刺激を与えるものが入っていない。
This soap doesn't contain anything that irritates the skin.
Refers to a troublesome person, a nuisance. Slightly stronger than 'irritant'.
彼は職場の厄介者だ。
He's an irritant at the workplace.
Colloquial phrase meaning 'something that gets on your nerves'.
あの音は本当に頭にくるものだ。
That sound is a real irritant.
Literary expression meaning 'source of irritation'.
彼の無責任さが苛立ちの種だ。
His irresponsibility is an irritant.