Japanese

かんぽう
Meaning: traditional Chinese-style medicine as developed and practiced in Japan
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

冷え性がつらくて、母は漢方を試した。
Because sensitivity to cold was bothering her, my mother tried traditional Chinese-style medicine.
漢方では、附子を少量だけ用いることがある。
In Japanese traditional medicine, aconite root is sometimes used only in small amounts.

Usage Notes

Names the medical system or its treatments, especially herbal prescriptions. It is often contrasted with Western medicine.

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