Translation guide
The small projection on a mammary gland from which milk is drawn, especially in animals. In Japanese, different words are used depending on the animal and context.
Referring to the teat of a cow, pig, or other domestic animal, often in farming or veterinary contexts.
General word for nipple or teat, used for both humans and animals. In animal contexts, it's the most common term.
The rubber or silicone nipple on a baby's feeding bottle.
Same word as for animal/human nipple, but context makes it clear. Often used with 哺乳瓶 (baby bottle).
Referring to a human nipple, often in informal or sexual contexts. Note: In medical or formal contexts, other terms may be used.
The most common colloquial word for human nipple. Can be used in everyday conversation but may be considered slightly direct.
In English, 'teat' can sound clinical or animal-like when applied to humans. In Japanese, 乳首 (ちくび) is the standard word for both human and animal nipples, but it's not considered overly clinical. However, in polite or formal human contexts, 乳頭 (にゅうとう) may be preferred.
A cow has four teats.
Anatomical term for teat or nipple, often used in veterinary or scientific contexts.
The number of teats on a pig varies by breed.
Please sterilize the bottle teat.
Specifically a rubber teat, though modern ones are often silicone. ゴム means rubber.
This rubber teat is soft.
The baby is sucking on the mother's teat.
Formal anatomical term for human nipple, used in medical contexts.
If you have pain in the teat, consult a doctor.