Translation guide
The substance produced in the ear canal. In Japanese, the most common word is 耳垢 (みみあか), but there are also more formal or medical terms.
The common, everyday term for earwax.
The standard, neutral word for earwax. Used in daily conversation.
耳垢がたまっている。
I have a buildup of earwax.
耳垢を取ってもらった。
I had my earwax removed.
A more casual, slightly vulgar term (literally 'ear shit'). Used informally, often by children or in rough speech.
耳糞が気になる。
The earwax is bothering me.
The clinical or formal term for earwax, often used in medical contexts.
The on'yomi reading of 耳垢, used in medical or formal settings.
耳垢栓塞の治療を受けました。
I received treatment for impacted earwax.
Ceruminous glands, the glands that produce earwax. Highly technical.
耳垢腺から分泌される。
It is secreted from the ceruminous glands.