JLPT N4 Elementary
虫歯
Cavity or tooth decay
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Other forms
むし歯 a very common alternative spelling
Noun
Cavity" / "Tooth Decay
Refers to a tooth damaged by bacterial decay or the condition of dental caries itself.
Example
甘い もの を 食べ すぎる と 、 虫歯 に なります よ 。
If you eat too many sweets, you'll get cavities.
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