Translation guide
A mental health condition characterized by unwanted recurring thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). In Japanese, the clinical term is 強迫性障害, but everyday expressions for related behaviors exist.
The medical diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
The standard clinical term for OCD. Used in medical contexts and formal discussions.
He was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
The common abbreviation OCD, used in casual or modern contexts.
The English abbreviation is often used in Japanese, especially in online or informal settings. Pronounced as letters.
I'm researching symptoms of OCD.
Referring specifically to the obsessive component of OCD.
Means 'obsession' or 'obsessive idea'. Used to describe intrusive, unwanted thoughts.
I'm tormented by obsessive thoughts.
Referring specifically to the compulsive actions in OCD.
Means 'compulsive behavior' or 'compulsion'. Used for repetitive actions driven by obsessions.
I can't stop the compulsive hand-washing.
Describing someone who is overly meticulous, perfectionistic, or fixated on order, without clinical diagnosis.
Describes a person who is methodical, meticulous, and orderly. Often used positively, but can imply excessive neatness.
She is very meticulous, and her desk is always tidy.
Literally 'has strong fixations'. Used for someone who is particular or obsessive about certain things.
He is very particular about tidiness.
Do not directly translate 'obsessive-compulsive disorder' as 執着強迫障害 or similar. The established term is 強迫性障害.
In English, people often say 'I'm so OCD' to mean they are neat or particular. In Japanese, using OCD (オーシーディー) this way is less common; instead, use 几帳面 or 神経質 to describe personality traits.
Means 'nervous' or 'high-strung'; often used for someone who worries excessively about details or cleanliness.
He's so anxious that he checks the lock many times.