Translation and Meaning of: 歯磨 - hamigaki

Etymology and Origin

The expression 「歯磨」(hamigaki) is composed of two kanji: 「歯」(ha), which means "tooth," and 「磨」(migaki), which means "to scrub" or "to polish." The union of these kanji forms the term that refers to the act of brushing teeth. The practice of caring for teeth is ancient in Japan, but the specific term for this action, 「歯磨き」, became more clearly defined during the Edo period, when Western hygiene habits began to influence Japanese society.

Definition and Use of the Term

「歯磨き」can refer to both the practice of brushing teeth and the toothpaste itself. In daily life in Japan, it is common to hear the word used for both contexts, depending on the situation or the sentence. This practice is an integral part of daily hygiene and is highly valued in Japanese culture for health and aesthetic reasons.

Importance in Japanese Culture

Regular tooth brushing is a fundamental part of oral health routine in Japan. Since childhood, children are taught the importance of brushing their teeth after meals. This is reflected in educational campaigns and the availability of dental hygiene products in many schools and workplaces. Awareness of dental health is part of overall well-being in the country and is considered an essential social custom.

Variações e Termos Relacionados

• 「歯ブラシ」(haburashi) - Toothbrush
• 「歯磨き粉」(hamigakiko) - Toothpaste
• "歯医者" (haisha) - Dentist
• 「磨く」(migaku) - Polish, rub

These terms often accompany 「歯磨き」 in everyday vocabulary, forming a set of essential words for discussing oral health.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 歯磨き (hamigaki) - Dental brushing
• 歯みがき (hamigaki) - Dental brushing (alternative spelling)
• 歯ブラシ (haburashi) - Toothbrush
• 歯磨き粉 (hamigaki ko) - Toothpaste
• 歯磨剤 (hamigaki zai) - Dental brushing agent
• 歯磨き液 (hamigaki eki) - Dental brushing liquid
• 歯磨き器具 (hamigaki kigu) - Dental brushing utensils
• 歯磨き用品 (hamigaki youhin) - Dental brushing products
• 歯磨きセット (hamigaki setto) - Dental brushing set
• 歯磨きグッズ (hamigaki guzzu) - Dental brushing accessories
• 歯磨きポイント (hamigaki pointo) - Dental brushing points
• 歯磨きスプレー (hamigaki supuree) - Dental brushing spray
• 歯磨きタブレット (hamigaki taburetto) - Tablets for dental brushing
• 歯磨きフロス (hamigaki furosu) - Dental floss for brushing
• 歯磨きジェル (hamigaki jyeru) - Toothbrush gel
• 歯磨きシート (hamigaki shiito) - Dental cleaning wipes
• 歯磨きミント (hamigaki minto) - Mint for dental brushing
• 歯磨きネット (hamigaki netto) - Dental brushing network

歯磨

Romaji: hamigaki
Kana: はみがき
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2, jlpt-n1

Translation / Meaning: Toothpaste; toothpaste

Meaning in English: dentifrice;toothpaste

Definition: To brush teeth.

Example Sentences - (歯磨) hamigaki

See below some example sentences:

歯磨きは大切です。

Haguki wa taisetsu desu

A escovação dos dentes é importante.

Escovar os dentes é importante.

• 歯磨き - escovação dos dentes
• は - Topic particle
• 大切 - important, valuable
• です - verb "to be" in the polite form