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.
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'.
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 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.