Translation guide
Lead poisoning is a medical condition caused by the accumulation of lead in the body. In Japanese, it is most commonly expressed as 鉛中毒 (なまりちゅうどく). This guide covers the standard medical term, related expressions, and how to talk about symptoms and exposure.
Referring to the illness caused by lead exposure, typically in a medical or public health context.
Talking about the risk of lead poisoning or exposure to lead, often in environmental or occupational settings.
Literally 'risk of lead poisoning'. Natural in warnings and public health discussions.
この地域では鉛中毒のリスクが高い。
The risk of lead poisoning is high in this area.
鉛中毒 specifically refers to lead poisoning. For other types of poisoning, use the appropriate term (e.g., 食中毒 for food poisoning, アルコール中毒 for alcoholism).
The standard medical term for lead poisoning. Used in formal and clinical settings.
鉛中毒の症状には腹痛や貧血があります。
Symptoms of lead poisoning include abdominal pain and anemia.
子供の鉛中毒は発達障害を引き起こすことがあります。
Lead poisoning in children can cause developmental disorders.
A more descriptive phrase meaning 'poisoning due to lead'. Slightly less technical, but still clear.
鉛による中毒は、古い塗料や水道管から起こることがあります。
Poisoning due to lead can occur from old paint or water pipes.
A shorter, somewhat literary term for lead poisoning. Rarely used in everyday conversation.
鉛毒の危険性が指摘されている。
The dangers of lead poisoning have been pointed out.
Means 'to be exposed to lead'. Used when describing how someone might get lead poisoning.
工場で働く人々は鉛にさらされることがある。
People working in factories can be exposed to lead.
Means 'to prevent lead poisoning'. Useful in safety guidelines.
鉛中毒を防ぐために、手洗いを徹底してください。
To prevent lead poisoning, please wash your hands thoroughly.