How to Say ‘Nursing care’ in Japanese
介護
kaigo
[kai-goh]
💬 Usage Tip: [介護] refers to long-term care support (not medical treatment). Common combo: [介護職] (care worker).
🇯🇵 In Japan: Japan has a big long-term care system ([介護保険]). Facilities often emphasize dignity and safety routines.
Phrase Breakdown
介護
kaigo
[kai-goh]
caregiving / nursing care
Refers to elder care and support work (bathing, toileting, meals, mobility, etc.). Key topic in caregiver interviews.
介護の経験があるか、面接でよく聞かれます。
In interviews, you are often asked whether you have caregiving experience.
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