Translation guide
A viral disease. The Japanese term is a direct loanword from English, written in katakana.
Referring to the illness monkeypox (now often called mpox internationally).
The standard Japanese term for monkeypox. Literally 'monkey pox'. Used in medical and general contexts.
サル痘の感染者が増えている。
Monkeypox cases are increasing.
The newer international name 'mpox', adopted in Japanese as a katakana loanword. Gaining usage, especially in official contexts.
Direct katakana transliteration of 'monkeypox'. Less common than サル痘, but understood.
モンキーポックスという病気について聞いたことがありますか？
Have you heard of the disease called monkeypox?
WHOはサル痘をエムポックスと呼ぶことを推奨している。
The WHO recommends calling monkeypox 'mpox'.