Japanese

くすり
Meaning: medicine; drug; chemical; powder; benefit
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

薬

Example sentences

I caught a cold, so I took medicine after the meal.
その薬は苦いよ
That medicine is bitter, you know!
頭が痛くて薬を飲んだ
My head hurt, so I took medicine.
長年、研究を続けた結果、ついに新しい薬が完成した。
After many years of research, the new medicine was finally completed.
この薬はすぐに効果が現れた。
This medicine showed an effect immediately.
ご飯を食べたあとで、薬を飲んでください。
Please take the medicine after eating a meal.
この薬は頭痛によく効く。
This medicine works well for headaches.
この薬は、胃の働きを助ける効果がある。
This medicine has the effect of helping the stomach's function.
薬を飲んだら、気分がよくなった。
I felt better after taking the medicine.
彼は薬を飲むのを嫌がっている。
He is reluctant to take medicine.

Usage Notes

Broad term for medication. Can also figuratively mean a beneficial lesson (e.g., 'good medicine').

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