Translation guide
A medical procedure involving cutting into the body to repair, remove, or replace tissue. In Japanese, the most common term is 手術 (shujutsu), but there are more specific terms depending on context.
surgical operation
The general term for a surgical procedure, used in everyday conversation and medical contexts.
I'm scheduled to have an operation next week.
He underwent successful heart surgery.
Abbreviation of 'operation', used in casual or medical staff conversation. Common in hospitals.
I have an operation scheduled for tomorrow.
More precise terms for particular kinds of surgical operations.
Literally 'surgical operation', emphasizing the surgical aspect. Often used in formal or medical contexts.
In some cases, surgical operation is necessary.
Refers to the act of performing surgery, specifically wielding the scalpel. Used for the surgeon's action.
Referring to the surgical operation as a scheduled event or the procedure itself.
手術 is the standard term used in all situations. オペ is a casual abbreviation often used among medical staff or in informal settings. Patients may also use オペ casually, but 手術 is safer for learners.
I received an explanation of the surgery.
Where is the operating room?
執刀医はベテランの外科医だった。
The operating surgeon was a veteran surgeon.
Surgery involving an incision. Used when emphasizing the cutting aspect.
The tumor was removed by open surgery.
He is afraid of having the operation.