局所
Meanings
Refers to a specific part or section of something, often contrasted with the whole. Used in both concrete and abstract contexts.
This problem is not local; it affects the whole.
part of the body; affected area
Medical term for a specific part or region of the body, especially when referring to an affected or treated area.
The pain is localized to one area.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Used as a no-adjective in medical contexts, e.g., 局所麻酔 (local anesthesia), 局所治療 (topical treatment).
The surgery was performed under local anesthesia.
Euphemistic or clinical term for the genital area. Often used in medical or formal contexts.
It is important to keep the private parts clean.
Usage patterns
- 局所に〈物〉があるthere is something (pain, swelling, etc.) in the affected area
There is slight swelling in the affected area.
- 局所を治療するto treat the affected area
After treating the affected area, the doctor wrapped it in a bandage.
- 〈場所〉に局所麻酔をかけるto give local anesthesia to a specific spot
Before the surgery, they administered local anesthesia to the arm.