Translation guide
The English word 'medulla' refers to the innermost part of an organ or structure, especially in anatomy. In Japanese, it is translated with specific terms depending on the context, such as 髄質 for the kidney or adrenal gland, 延髄 for the brainstem, and 骨髄 for bone marrow. This guide helps learners choose the right term based on the intended meaning.
Referring to the inner part of an organ, such as the kidney or adrenal gland.
The standard anatomical term for 'medulla' in organs like the kidney or adrenal gland. Used in medical contexts.
腎臓の髄質は尿の濃縮に関与している。
The renal medulla is involved in concentrating urine.
A shorter form meaning 'marrow' or 'pith', often used in compounds. Can refer to the medulla in some contexts, but less specific than 髄質.
副腎髄質はアドレナリンを分泌する。
The adrenal medulla secretes adrenaline.
Referring specifically to the medulla oblongata, the lower part of the brainstem.
The precise term for the medulla oblongata. Used in medical and everyday contexts when discussing the brainstem.
延髄は呼吸や心拍を調節している。
The medulla oblongata regulates breathing and heartbeat.
Referring to the soft tissue inside bones, often called 'bone marrow' in English.
The standard term for bone marrow. Note that 'medulla' alone is rarely used for bone marrow in English, but in Japanese, 骨髄 is the direct equivalent.
骨髄移植は白血病の治療に用いられる。
Bone marrow transplants are used to treat leukemia.
Referring to the central core of a hair shaft.
Technical term used in forensic science or trichology. Not common in everyday language.
毛髄質の有無は動物の毛の識別に役立つ。
The presence or absence of the hair medulla helps identify animal hair.
The English word 'medulla' is rarely used in isolation outside of medical contexts. In Japanese, always use the specific compound term (e.g., 延髄, 骨髄) rather than a generic word for 'medulla'.
延髄は生命維持に不可欠だ。
The medulla oblongata is essential for life support.