Translation guide
The feeling of being unwell or distressed due to love, especially unrequited or longing love. In Japanese, this is often expressed through specific terms or descriptive phrases rather than a single direct equivalent.
lovesickness
Most direct term, but often expressed descriptively.
To describe the emotional and physical distress caused by love, especially longing or unrequited love.
The most direct and common term for lovesickness, implying being lovesick or pining from love. Often used in literary or dramatic contexts.
He is bedridden with lovesickness.
Literally 'love sickness'. A slightly more poetic or old-fashioned term, but still understood.
It seems I've come down with lovesickness.
A common phrase meaning 'to be troubled by love'. It describes the state of lovesickness without using a specific noun.
She is lovesick and has no appetite.
To emphasize the physical manifestations of lovesickness, such as loss of appetite or lethargy.
To express the intense longing or yearning aspect of lovesickness, often for someone unattainable.
Unrequited love. While not exactly 'lovesickness', it is the most common cause and often used in contexts describing lovesick feelings.
My heart aches from unrequited love.
To yearn for love; to pine for someone. A strong, passionate longing that can lead to lovesickness.
In Japanese, 'lovesickness' is not a medical diagnosis. It is used in literary or everyday emotional contexts. Avoid using it in formal medical situations.
The doctor told me I'm lovesick. (sounds odd unless joking)
You might think being bedridden with lovesickness is an exaggeration, but it's really painful.
She is pining for her lover who is far away.