Translation guide
The English word "surgery" can refer to medical operations, the doctor's office (especially in British English), or the act of operating. This guide focuses on the medical operation sense, which is the most common meaning for learners.
To refer to a surgical procedure or the act of performing surgery.
To refer to the place where a doctor sees patients, typically in a British context.
While 手術 is the standard term, the loanword オペレーション (operation) is sometimes used in medical contexts, but 手術 is more common and natural for general use.
He will have heart surgery next week.
手術は無事に終わりました。
The surgery was completed successfully.
Specifically means 'surgical operation' as opposed to other medical procedures. More formal or technical.
この病気は外科手術が必要です。
This disease requires surgery.
Abbreviation of 'Operation', used in casual or medical slang contexts. Common in spoken Japanese among medical staff or patients.
明日オペがあるんだ。
I have surgery tomorrow.
A clinic or doctor's office. This is the closest equivalent to the British 'surgery' as a place.
彼は診療所で診察を受けた。
He was examined at the surgery.