Translation and Meaning of: 虫歯 - mushiba

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 虫歯 (mushiba) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: mushiba

Kana: むしば

Type: noun

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虫歯

Translation / Meaning: cavity; dental cavity; decaying tooth; caries

Meaning in English: cavity;tooth decay;decayed tooth;caries

Definition: Dental disease caused by the action of bacteria invading the tooth surface.

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- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ

Explanation and Etymology - (虫歯) mushiba

虫歯 is a Japanese word that refers to tooth decay. The word is composed of two kanji: 虫 (mushi) meaning "bug" or "worm" and 歯 (ha) meaning "tooth". The etymology of the word goes back to the ancient belief that cavities were caused by worms that lodged in the teeth and consumed them. The word 虫歯 first appeared in the 1603 Japanese dictionary, the "Wamyō Ruijushō", and has since been used to describe tooth decay caused by bacteria and acids.

How to Write in Japanese - (虫歯) mushiba

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Synonyms and Similar - (虫歯) mushiba

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歯周病; 口内炎; 歯痛; 歯の腐敗; 歯の腐食; 歯の腐朽; 歯の腐敗; 歯の蝕; 歯の穴; 虫食い歯; 虫歯患者; 虫歯菌; 虫歯予防; 虫歯治療; 虫歯予防歯磨き; 虫歯予防歯磨き粉.

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Example Sentences - (虫歯) mushiba

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Other words of the same type: noun

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問

Kana: もん

Romaji: mon

Translation / Meaning:

problem; question

孫

Kana: まご

Romaji: mago

Translation / Meaning:

grandson

実現

Kana: じつげん

Romaji: jitsugen

Translation / Meaning:

Implementation; materialization; realization

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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