虫除け
Meanings
1
insect repellent; bug repellent
Refers to products or measures that keep insects away, such as sprays, nets, or plants. Can also refer to the act of repelling insects.
In summer, insect repellent spray is essential.
This herb has an insect-repelling effect.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉に虫除けをかけるto spray/apply insect repellent on something
I sprayed insect repellent on my clothes before going out.
- 虫除け対策をするto take measures against insects
I took thorough insect-repelling measures before camping.
- 虫除けスプレーを使うto use insect repellent spray
I used insect repellent spray before hiking.