JLPT N3
打撲
The medical term for a bruise. It means the injury itself, not just the visible mark.
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Other forms
打撲する to get a bruise
Noun, Suru verb
"Bruise" / "Contusion"
The term for a bruise as a medical injury, caused by a fall, blow, or impact. You would use this word when explaining an injury to a doctor or in a formal context.
Example
サッカー で 脚 を 強く 打ち 、 打撲 と 診断 され た 。
I hit my leg hard playing soccer and was diagnosed with a contusion.
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