Translation guide
The English word "medic" can refer to a medical professional, a medical student, or a paramedic in military or emergency contexts. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese expression based on the specific meaning.
Referring to a doctor, nurse, or healthcare worker in a general or informal sense.
The most common and general word for a medical doctor. Can be used in most contexts.
He is a doctor.
医者に診てもらったほうがいい。
You should see a doctor.
A more formal term for a medical doctor, often used in official contexts or when emphasizing professional qualifications.
医師の診断が必要です。
A doctor's diagnosis is required.
Specifically a nurse. Use this when "medic" refers to nursing staff.
看護師が患者の世話をしている。
The nurse is taking care of the patient.
Referring to a student studying medicine, often called a "medic" in British English.
The standard term for a medical student.
彼女は医学生です。
She is a medical student.
医学生たちは病院で実習している。
The medical students are doing practical training at the hospital.
A soldier trained to give first aid and basic medical treatment in combat situations.
The standard term for a combat medic in the military.
衛生兵が負傷者を助けた。
The medic helped the wounded.
Another term for a medic, emphasizing rescue and aid. Less common than 衛生兵.
救護兵が前線で活動した。
The medic operated on the front line.
A civilian emergency medical professional who provides pre-hospital care.
The official Japanese term for a paramedic, a licensed emergency medical professional.
救急救命士が現場に到着した。
The paramedics arrived at the scene.
The English word "medic" does not have a single direct equivalent in Japanese. Always consider the specific role (doctor, nurse, student, military, paramedic) before choosing a translation.
A broader term for emergency medical personnel, including ambulance crews. Often used in news reports.
救急隊員が心肺蘇生を行った。
The emergency medical personnel performed CPR.